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Taken using Nikkor 70-300 VR
The tiger (Panthera tigris) is a member of the Felidae family; the heaviest of the four "big cats" in the genus Panthera. Native to much of eastern and southern Asia, the tiger is an apex predator and an obligate carnivore. Reaching up to 4 metres (13 ft) in total length and weighing up to 300 kilograms (660 pounds), the larger tiger subspecies are comparable in size to the biggest extinct felids. Aside from their great bulk and power, their most recognizable feature is the pattern of dark vertical stripes that overlays near-white to reddish-orange fur, with lighter underparts. The largest subspecies of tiger is the Siberian tiger.
The Safari Park has opened the exciting, new state-of-the-art Tiger Trail, which features forest clearings, tiger viewing areas, and a pool for the cool cats. Tiger Trail also plays an integral role in the conservation of Sumatran tigers. We have had 23 Sumatran tigers born at the Park. Scientists estimate this tiger subspecies could be extinct in their native Sumatra by 2020 unless drastic measures are taken to protect and preserve them. Watch the Safari Park's tiger daily on Tiger Cam!
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
Tacoma, Washington
062017
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Tigers are the largest of all naturally occurring cat species. On average an adult male will reach weights of up to 500 pounds and have a length (from head to tip of tail) of 122 inches, while standing 40 inches at the shoulder.
They live in small pockets mainly in woodland habitat within their range, and can be found in some parts of Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Russia, Nepal, Vietnam and Thailand.
In the wild these Tigers generally live for 10 to 15 years, but in zoos they can be expected to live for up to 20 years or more.
Lens : Vivitar Series 1 ver2 Tokina 70-210mm f3.5
Pic info : f11 - 1/125s - ISO800
Info : I use the raw file and feed it into Photomatix. Instead of using 'Details Enhancer', I use 'tone compressor' and then use lightroom to enhance it further. Enjoy flickr friends and members.
Had two full days at Chester zoo this week-end. Lots of fantastic animals to be seen including these two five month old female tiger cubs. Probably one of the best Zoos in th UK in my opinion, with a lot of emphasis on the welfare of the animals.
This is a shot from the San Diego zoo which I visited last month. Trying to process on this laptop is challenging as hell so I'm not even bothering doing much on it.
I'm flying out of here shortly to return to Oregon. I may be without internet for a few days so I will catch up with everyone when I can.