Tiger

No Two Exactly Alike: Tigers are the largest members of the cat family. Their coat is orange with black stripes; however, color intensity and the pattern of markings can vary according to species. The Sumatran tiger is the smallest and darkest of the subspecies, and the Siberian is the largest and lightest in color. No two tigers are exactly alike.

Imminent Extinction: At one time, nine subspecies made up the tiger family, but since the 1950s three to four have gone extinct. The remaining species are endangered due to poaching, loss of habitat and loss of prey due to overhunting by humans.

A Night Hunter: The tiger is a night hunter and can easily take down large animals, such as deer, wild pigs and cattle. Small animals are also sometimes on the menu.