Where Tigers Live
Tigers require specific habitat conditions to thrive, including access to water sources, dense vegetation for cover, and sufficient prey populations. Their ideal habitats feature a mix of forest types, including primary tropical rainforests, mangrove swamps, and grasslands interspersed with forest patches. These varied environments provide tigers with the resources they need for hunting, resting, and raising their young while offering protection from human disturbances.
The distribution of tiger habitats has dramatically decreased over the past century due to human activities such as deforestation, agricultural expansion, and infrastructure development. Remaining tiger habitats are often fragmented, isolated patches that make it difficult for tigers to find mates and maintain healthy population levels. Protecting and connecting these critical habitats through wildlife corridors is essential for the long-term survival of tiger populations.
Primary tropical forests provide ideal conditions for tigers with abundant cover, water sources, and diverse prey species.
Mangrove forests along coastal regions offer unique tiger habitats where land and water ecosystems meet.
Mixed forest-grassland habitats provide open areas for hunting while maintaining nearby dense cover for safety and rest.