Malayan Tiger
Support Malayan TigerScientific Name
Panthera tigris jacksoni
Conservation Status: Critically Endangered
Extremely high risk of extinction in the wild.
Diet
Wild pig and deer species are tigers’ primary food source in the wild.
Habitat in the Wild
Tropical Forest
Quick Fact
Each tiger’s stripes are unique just like our fingerprints.
Tigers are Critically Endangered
Tigers are the largest felid species. The Amur tiger is the largest subspecies of tiger and they live in the Russian Far East and neighboring regions of China. The Sumatran tiger is found only on the Indonesian island of Sumatra and the Malayan tiger is only found in Peninsular Malaysia. All total, there are only estimated to be 4,500 tigers left in the wild.
Malayan tigers are critically endangered due to deforestation, poaching, and prey loss. It is estimated there are only 250-300 left in the wild. They live in a tropical climate so they do not need much fat or fur to keep them warm. They are only one of three cat species that like to swim, and they have been observed crossing large rivers. They are solitary by nature, and will only come together for breeding purposes. They have a variety of vocalizations and their roar or “bark” can be heard from miles away. One vocalization they are unable to make is purring. However, they make what is called a “chuffing” noise that is used as a friendly greeting.
CONSERVATION FACT #1
Species Survival Plan
CONSERVATION FACT #2
Poaching & Habitat Loss
CONSERVATION FACT #3
Palm Oil
Meet Our Tigers
NAME
AGE
BIRTHDAY
January 1, 2014
PERSONALITY
Batari was born at Fresno Chaffee Zoo but transferred to Zoo Knoxville on a breeding recommendation from the Species Survival Plan. Batari is a little more assertive with her behavior, making it known to her keepers what she likes and dislikes. Batari enjoys stalking and pouncing on large enrichment objects. She is not a huge fan of deep water, but can be seen occasionally lounging in the shallow pools of her habitats. She currently weighs around 220lbs, which is a good weight for a female Malayan tiger.
what can you do?
Join us in making a difference for Malayan Tigers. From simple everyday actions to more involved conservation efforts.
Shop Sustainably
You can help Malayan tigers and support economic growth in tiger range countries by shopping for sustainable palm oil products with the help of the PalmOil Scan app created by Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.
Support the Zoo
Zoo Knoxville is a member of the Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). We support and contribute to palm oil sustainability.
Support Tiger Conservation
You can also help save tigers from extinction by supporting the Tiger Conservation Campaign. Donated funds support anti-poaching patrols in the Endau-Rompin tiger landscape and help to increase the strength of anti-poaching laws.
Animal Encounters
Prowl over to the Tiger Temple Encounter area and come face to face with the majestic Malayan tigers, Tahan and Batari! Marvel at the magnificence of these rare creatures as you learn about our efforts to secure a future for this endangered species. It’s a thrilling encounter that will leave you in awe of these incredible animals and inspired to join us in their conservation journey!
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