Tiger

Panthera tigris

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Mammalia Order: Carnivora Family: Felidae Genus: Panthera

About

The tiger (Panthera tigris) is the largest cat species, most recognizable for their pattern of dark vertical stripes on reddish-orange fur with a lighter underside. The species is classified in the genus Panthera with the lion, leopard, jaguar, and snow leopard. Tigers are apex predators, primarily preying on ungulates such as deer and bovids. They are territorial and generally solitary but social animals, often requiring large contiguous areas of habitat that support their prey requirements. This,...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tiger?
The scientific name of Tiger is Panthera tigris.
What kingdom does Tiger belong to?
Tiger belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Tiger belong to?
Tiger belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Tiger belong to?
Tiger belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Tiger belong to?
Tiger belongs to the order Carnivora.
What family does Tiger belong to?
Tiger belongs to the family Felidae.
What genus does Tiger belong to?
Tiger belongs to the genus Panthera.