The Siberian tiger is considered the largest living member of the cat family. 

Social behavior

Tigers greet each other with special sounds formed when the air is vigorously exhaled through the nose and mouth. Signs of the expression of friendliness are also touching the muzzles, and even rubbing the sides. In addition, like domestic cats, tigers rub their heads, noses.

Reproduction

Pregnancy lasts 95-112 days. There are 2-4 cubs in the brood, which are born completely helpless, but already striped, and each weighs a little more than a kilogram.

Species and people

The tiger is less afraid of man than other large animals, but still tries to avoid him. The predator only attacks when wounded or cornered. 

Interesting Facts

The Siberian tiger is able not only to hunt but also to fish during spawning he catches fish in the shallow waters of mountain rivers.

It is believed that the pattern of stripes is unique for each tiger: you are unlikely to meet two animals with the same pattern on the skin. The striped color, despite its brightness, is masking.