Threats to and Conservation Efforts for the Bengal Tiger

The video discusses the habitat and adaptability of tigers, highlighting their presence across Asia and their ability to thrive in diverse environments. It addresses the endangered status of tiger subspecies, emphasizing threats from habitat loss and poaching. The Sunderbans, a significant mangrove forest, is explored as a habitat for Bengal tigers, where human-tiger conflicts arise. Despite conservation efforts in India, poaching remains a critical issue, leading to a decline in tiger populations.

Which of the following big cats is known for its swimming ability alongside the tiger?

• Lion

• Leopard

• Jaguar

• Cheetah

What is a significant threat to the survival of tiger subspecies?

• Natural disasters

• Lack of prey

• Habitat loss and hunting

• Climate change

What is the primary reason for the slow human habitation in the Sunderbarnes?

• Lack of resources

• Swampy character

• Dense forest cover

• Frequent flooding

Why might people in the Sunderbarnes be tempted to become poachers?

• Cultural beliefs

• Lack of employment

• Government incentives

• Lucrative black market for tiger parts

What was a major factor in the decline of tiger populations in India over the last decade?

• Deforestation

• Increased poaching

• Disease outbreak

• Climate change