Tiger Cats - Threats
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All 5 living subspecies of Tiger cats are endangered and 3 subspecies have already become extinct. The main problem that Tigers face is habitat loss through deforestation, pollution, human encounters and separation of small groups that prevents Tigers from finding mates during the mating season. Tiger body parts are very valuable in traditional medicine of Asia and poaching for the pelts and other body parts is a real problem in many countries.
The wide geographic range of Tigers could mislead people into thinking that these animals are highly adaptable, but every species is very specialized to its own habitat and needs remote areas with no human encroachment. Tigers compete with humans for the prey and in most Tiger habitats hunting of typical Tiger prey is banned as well as hunting the Tiger cat.
Many reserves are organized in various parts of the world, but most of them are small and isolated that leads to inbreeding. The elimination of the Tigers of Bali and Java is attributed to extensive habitat fragmentation and isolation of small populations and widespread loss of ungulate prey.
Tiger Cats - Importance for Humans
Tigers are very important for the wildlife because they serve as balance, without them the rodents and herbivores will consume all the plant matter. But often Tiger cats are shot or poisoned by the native people for livestock predation and for the killing of people.
Tiger Cats - Conservation Links
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Big Cat Rescue - It is the world's largest and most diverse collection of wild cats. At this site you can learn all there is to know about all of the exotic cat species and see beautiful photos.
Carnivore Preservation Trust - Carnivore Preservation Trust's Mission is to provide sanctuary to a diverse community of animals and to promote conservation by educating people about the importance of the environment.
Cat Specialist Group - Provides much information on Tigers and all other large cats, including their population and protection status and description of the species.
Cat Tales Zoological Park - A site of a non-profit Zoological Park that is home to dozens of big cats are kept and trained.
Endangered Species of Tigers - A very detailed article concerning all endangered and extinct Tiger species and offering measures to save the remaining animals.
Felid Advisory Group. Tigers - Explains why Tigers and other big cats are endangered.
Great Cats in Crisis - It is an international federation of wildlife preserves that started with American Wildlife SanctuariesT working together under a national non-profit corporation.
Great Cats of Idaho - Offers a unique alternative when compared to traditional zoos, theme parks, resorts or wildlife sanctuaries by promoting quality protection of our natural resources, protecting big cats from abuse, neglect, or exploitation and preserving their availability for future generations.
International Society for Endangered Cats - The Canadian organization aiming at helping wild species of big cats survive. Read how you can sponsor or adopt a wild cat.
International Year of the Tiger - It is a non-profit organization working to prevent the extinction of the world's wild Tigers and other endangered species. Its present focus is on India and the Russian Far East.
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National Wildlife Federation. Tigers - Dedicated to environmental preservation, this organization explains why Tigers are on the endangered-species list.
Noah's Wildlife Shelter - It is a federally and state licensed non-profit corporation that helps wild and endangered animals and provides educational opportunities about the animals and how to care for them.
The Scottish Big Cat Trust - This site provides public access to a database of over 1300 sightings as well as a wealth of further information on the exotic cats that are currently living freely and breeding in Scotland.
The Tiger Foundation - Here you will have the power to access every available fact, fable, thought and theory regarding Panthera tigris, as well as find an effective instrument through which you can directly support the working to prevent the extinction of these animals.
The Vanishing Tigers - Basic facts and lots of useful links to Tiger sites.
Tiger (Panthera Tigris) - General information on 5 living and 3 extinct Tiger subspecies.
Tiger Creek - Provides rescue for big cats that have been abused or displaced.
Tiger Haven - It is a Sanctuary and Rescue facility for big cats, much like an animal shelter for dogs and house cats - except that we are a "no kill" facility. Their mission is to help all large cats - wild ones and those in captivity.
Tiger Missing Link Foundation - Devoted to conservation, this organization offers educational programs and materials, an American Tiger database, and a link to a refuge.
Tiger Touch - Organization dedicated to the search for alternatives in the struggle to preserve endangered animals through sanctuary, research, cooperation, and education.
Tigers in Crisis - Read about the problems facing Tigers in the wild and their solutions.
Wild Life Survival. Tigers - A rescue organization dedicated to providing permanent homes for unwanted and abused wildlife and exotic animals.
