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Amur tiger
A big cat adapted to the cold forests of the Russian Far East.
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The Siberian tiger, also known as the Amur tiger, is associated with forests in the Russian Far East and neighbouring parts of China. Its natural habitat includes cold, snowy winters. Not all tigers therefore live in hot tropical forests.
A long, thick coat and a layer of fat help reduce heat loss. Its coat is generally paler than that of tigers from warmer parts of Asia. A pale belly contrasts with orange colouring along the back and flanks.
The dark stripes do not form one identical pattern shared by all tigers. Each animal has its own arrangement, including details on the head and body. Recognising these patterns helps distinguish individuals.
Tigers usually live alone. They are ambush hunters, approaching prey before launching a short attack. Deer and wild boar are among their prey. A female stays with her cubs until they have learned to live and find food independently.
Pour les enfants
The Siberian tiger is also called the Amur tiger. In the wild, it lives in the Far East, including Russia and China. Its forests may be snowy in winter. Thick fur and fat beneath the skin help keep it warm.
Every tiger has its own pattern of dark stripes. No two individuals look exactly alike. Tigers usually live alone. When hunting, they creep towards another animal and then make a short attack. Their prey includes deer and wild boar. Cubs stay with their mother and learn how to find food. Only when they can manage on their own do they begin independent adult life.
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