Tiger is India's national animal.
In place of the lion in 1972 by the Indian Wildlife Board, the tiger was adopted as the National Animal of India.
Because of its presence in large parts of the country, it was chosen as the national animal of India.
Tigers symbolize the richness of India's wildlife.
The body of the tiger is strong and color brown in which there are black colored straps.
Tiger has a long tail. His padded legs are sharp paws.
Tiger weighs 300 kg.
Tigers are excellent swimmers. Tigers can swim comfortably up to 6 kilometers.
The tiger belongs to the cat family. It looks like a big cat.
Tigers are usually found in the jungles.
Tiger is fond of blood and meat. It is a very cruel wild animal.
To protect the tigers in India, 'Project Tiger' was started in 1973.
Since the launch of 'Project Tiger', there has been a gradual increase in tiger population.
In India, there is a complete ban on hunting of tigers.
To increase awareness of the dwindling population of tigers and its conservation, the World Tiger Day is celebrated on July 29 of every year.
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