Jan 14, 2025, 07:15 PM IST

Royal Bengal Tiger vs  Siberian Tiger

Srishty Choudhury

Royal Bengal Tiger: Inhabits tropical forests and mangroves of India, Bangladesh, and Nepal.      Siberian Tiger: Inhabits cold, snowy forests of eastern Russia and parts of China.  

Habitat

Royal Bengal Tiger: Smaller, weighs 180–250 kg, with a body length of up to 3 meters.      Siberian Tiger: Larger, weighs 200–320 kg, with a body length of up to 3.5 meters.

Size

Royal Bengal Tiger: Brighter orange coat with darker black stripes, offering camouflage in dense vegetation.   Siberian Tiger: Paler orange coat with fewer, lighter stripes for blending into snowy landscapes.

Coat colour

Royal Bengal Tiger: Shorter fur suited for warm climates, providing adequate ventilation.      Siberian Tiger: Thick, dense fur and extra fat for insulation in subzero temperatures.  

Fur thickness

Royal Bengal Tiger: Smaller territories (up to 30 sq km) due to abundant prey availability.      Siberian Tiger: Larger territories (up to 2,500 sq km) because prey is scarce.  

Territory size

Royal Bengal Tiger: Leaner body built for agility and stealth in dense forests.       Siberian Tiger: Stockier, more muscular body adapted to endurance in harsh terrains.  

Physical build

Royal Bengal Tiger: Climbing and swimming abilities help in hunting in rivers and mangroves.     Siberian Tiger: Strong legs and thick paws support movement in deep snow.

Adaptations

Royal Bengal Tiger: Estimated population of 3,000, threatened by habitat loss and poaching.     Siberian Tiger: Fewer than 500 remain, threatened by deforestation and illegal hunting.

Population and Threats

This information is not DNA's opinion  but obtained from media reports