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The Sumatran Tiger


The Sumatran tiger (scientific name panthera tigris sumatrae) is a subspecies of tiger that inhabits the bogs, freshwater swamp forests, and tropical broadleaf evergreen forests of Sumatra. It can weigh between 165 and 308 pounds. It is distinguishable from other subspecies of tiger by its exceptionally small size, as well as its exceptionally heavy black stripes.

The Sumatran tiger is classified as a Critically Endangered species. It is this close to becoming extinct for two reasons. The first reason is that much of its habitat has been converted into farmlands, plantations, and settlements. Because of this, one of the World Wildlife Fund's (WWF's) efforts to save it consists of getting various sections of its habitat recognized as protected areas. The second reason is that it is being poached for its parts and the products that are made from it, as there is a large market for them throughout Asia. Because of this, another one of the WWF's efforts to save it consists of strengthening the antipoaching capacity of Sumatran law enforcement officers, especially in vulnerable areas. All of this is being done because the protection of it and its habitat benefits many other species, including humans.

Source for picture and all information: https://www.worldwildlife.org/species/sumatran-tiger

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