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The word tiger comes from old Persian word "tigris", which means arrow. They likely got this name due to their speed (tigers can run at speeds of up to 80 kms p/h in short distances and in ancient times they were famous mainly due to this).
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Why are they named wild cats?
Wild cats are non-domesticated felines that live in the wild. There are 36 species of wild cat. Such animals as lions, tigers, jaguars, cheetahs, etc. are wild cats.
When was Wild Tigers I Have Known created?
Wild Tigers I Have Known was created in 2006.
What is the duration of Wild Tigers I Have Known?
The duration of Wild Tigers I Have Known is 1.63 hours.
Is there more tigers in captivity or in the wild?
there are more tigers living in captivity than in the wild
Is there a team in the basketball named the tigers?
There are No Teams in the NBA named the Tigers
Why are tigers too dangerous to be kept as pets?
No, not at all. Tigers are wild animals and they belong in the wild.
To what age do wild tigers live?
Tigers in the wild can live up to an age of 25 years.
Half of the world's wild tigers live in what country?
Wild tigers are found mostly in India
Is it better for tigers to be in the wild or in captivity?
its better for them to be in the wild
What is the maximum estimated number of Siberian tigers left in the wild?
It is estimated that the maximum number of Siberian tigers left in the wild is around 550 tigers.
On what continent are there wild tigers?
White Bengal tigers live on the continent of Asia
What is the scientific name for a wild tiger?
Wild tigers and tame tigers have the same scientific name: Panthera tigris.
