The Siberian Tiger
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Animal Name: Siberian Tiger, Panthera Tigris Altaica
Kingdom: Animalia
Multicellular organism with no cell wall
They are heterotrophs
Ingest food into an inner cavity
Reproduce sexually
Phylum: Chordata
bilateral symmetry
segmented body, with segmented muscles
Three germ layers, hollow nerve cord usually with an enlarged brain
tail projecting past posterior
ventral heart with dorsal and ventral blood vessels and a closed blood stream
complete digestive system
bony or cartilaginous endoskeleton
Class: Mammalia
Three middle ear bones
hair, whiskers (vibrissae)
teeth are replaced only once during their lifetime.
produces milk
Order: Carnivora
upper jaw (premolar) and lower jaw (molar) fit together for cutting meat
medium sized animal
good runners
powerful jaw
layer of blubber
Family: Felidae
cat family
relay on prey to eat
retractable claws
skull of a cat
orange fur with black stripes
live in dense areas such as woodlands and forests
The Siberian Tiger
Interestingly the Siberian tiger is the largest cat in its species. The Siberian, from the phylum Panthera Tigris Altaica, is a very unique and beautiful vertebrate. the tiger has may traits that help it adapt to its environment.
The Siberian tiger has three fascinating characteristics that help it survive in the wild. For example, the first characteristic is the tigers orange fur and black stripes. This helps it camouflage into its surroundings and catch its prey. Another example would be the sharp claws and teeth a Siberian has. This helps the Siberian catch and eat its prey. in addition, there is a two inch layer of blubber under the Siberians coat. This helps the Siberian keep cool in harsh weather, it is also a form of protection. All of these characteristics help it survive in its environment.
the Siberian tiger's habitat requires certain traits that help it survive in the wild. For example, they live in high grassy areas, because it is easy to camouflage. his makes it easier to catch its prey. Another example is that Siberians also need to live in densely vegetated areas. This helps the tiger catch its prey and keep cool. In addition, he Siberian needs to live by water or moist areas. they need to live here because they need a place to keep cool in intense heat. The Siberian tiger's habitat helps it survive in its surroundings.
The Siberian Tiger has many characteristics, like its orange and black fur, that help it survive in its natural world. The tiger is an endangered species; they are constantly being killed for their fur. we can help make their environment a safer place by not supporting fashion company's that make real fur coats. We can make a difference in a tiger's life.
Fun facts
The Siberian Tiger only found in certain parts of Asia because their population is rapidly decreasing.
Tigers may also come in white and
black instead of orange and black.
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Waiting for my prey
Deep in the thick grass I hide I am a Tiger. |
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Ron Tilson.5Tigers.1995-2002.The Tiger Information Center. April 30,2002<www.5tiger.org/multi.htm>