The Bengal Tiger
Posted on Jun 02, 2009 under Animals, Entertainment, Travel | No CommentDelhi India is a major city with much to offer in the realm of cultural arts and entertainment. However, to really experience much of the natural beauty and wonders of India, a tourist may have to venture far outside the city. For those adventure seekers, willing to travel the distance and make their way through the country’s terrain, they may actually be able to see first hand one of the beautiful Bengal tigers. This is becoming less of a possibility due to the increased endangerment of this amazing species. Tourists staying in one of the five star hotels in Delhi may even explore some of the conservation efforts the country is putting forth.
The Bengal tiger is a subspecies of the well-known Siberian tiger and is known for its beautiful stripes. It is most commonly found in India and Bangladesh, although they have also been seen in parts of Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan and Myanmar. It is one of the largest of the Siberian tiger subspecies and historically has been one of the most populous. These amazing animals were at one time found throughout the Indian Subcontinent, though their natural habitat has been greatly reduced due to increasing amounts of interaction with humans and technology. At this point, while most of the world’s tigers are still found in India, they are reduced to small, isolated populations, which contributes to their danger of extinction.
The diet of the Bengal tiger consists entirely of meat, which classifies them as carnivores. They eat a variety of other animals that are found in their natural habitat including water buffalo, boars, deer and antelope, among many others. Occasionally they will also consume smaller animals such as monkeys, birds and rabbits, though this is not enough to sustain their necessary daily calorie intake. Also, though infrequently, they have been known to consume other major predators as the need demands. Because humans have encroached upon their natural habitat, the Bengal tigers have been known to attack and eat humans. This should serve as a precaution to over eager tourists who may wish to get up close and personal.
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