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sumatran tiger

Sumatran tiger (Panthera tigris sumatrae) is a sub-species of tiger, most commonly found on Sumatra island in Indonesia. It is 234 cm or 6 feet 8 inches long and weighs around 136 kg. It has narrower stripes compared to other species. It's estimated that there are less than 500 Sumatran tigers left throughout the world today. This decline in number can be attributed to cruel poaching of this magnificent creature specifically for its precious skin which has a high demand in the International market.

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Uploaded on September 20, 2010
Taken on September 20, 2010