Sunda tigers are the smallest surviving tiger subspecies. The greatest threats to this critically endangered animal, are poaching, deforestation and human-tiger conflict. Learn more about what WWF is doing to protect its future, and how you can help.

Mar 11, 2022 · Like all tigers, the Sunda tiger is an apex predator and an obligate carnivore, meaning they are biologically dependent on a diet of meat. Their main sources of food are deer, wild pigs, fish, macaque monkeys, tapirs (a small, pig-like mammal) and porcupines.

Sumatran tigers are apex predators, meaning the health of their population is indicative of the health of their ecosystem overall. They sit at the top of the food chain. These carnivorous cats …

Mar 10, 2025 · Explore the world of the Sunda tiger — a rare and critically endangered predator native to Sumatra. Learn about its unique features, habitat, threats, and ongoing conservation efforts to save this majestic species from extinction.

May 27, 2024 · The primary threats to the Sunda tiger's survival include habitat loss due to deforestation, poaching for their body parts and human-tiger conflicts. How can local communities contribute to tiger conservation?

May 27, 2024 · Sumatran tigers don’t have natural predators, but human activity is a huge threat. An increase in deforestation to make way for rubber, acacia, and palm oil farming — which feeds the cosmetics, candy, and “clean-burning” fuel industries — has …

Mar 4, 2025 · Sunda tigers, specifically the Sumatran tiger, are apex predators that play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of the ecosystem. They regulate prey populations, preventing overgrazing and forest degradation.

Sunda tigers are top predators in their ecosystem and play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of the food chain. They primarily hunt and consume a variety of prey species, including deer, wild boar, tapirs, and primates.

Jun 21, 2024 · The Sunda tiger, also known as the Sumatran tiger, is a rare and beautiful big cat found only on the Indonesian island of Sumatra. These tigers are smaller than other tiger subspecies, with males weighing up to 310 pounds and females up to 240 pounds.

Sunda tigers, also known as Panthera tigris sondaica, are a distinct population of tigers found exclusively in the Sunda Islands, including Sumatra. While they share similarities with other tiger subspecies, their diet is influenced by the rich and diverse ecosystems of their island habitats.