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Home > Our animal species > Mammals > Amur Tiger Amur Tiger
Order : Carnivora Family : Felidae Diet : Carnivorous, feeding especially on ongulates like deer and wild boars, but also on other small and large species of mammals. Reproduction : Sexually mature around 4 years of age, mating can occur throughout the year, but especially in the autumn. After about 3 ½, month gestation period the female gives birth to 2 to 4 cubs which will be weaned around 5 months old. Lifespan : Up to 15 years in the wild. Predators : Man is mainly responsible for the decline of the population. In spite of protecting the species, poaching persists. Status : Endangered; there are approximately 500 Amur Tigers left in the wild.
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