SumatraThe Sumatran Tiger is one of the world’s most critically endangered carnivore mammals. Found in Sumatra, it inhabits rainforests habitats.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Sumatran Tiger | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 84 kg | 50 kg | ↑ 68% |
| Height | 78.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 24 km/h | 48 km/h | ↓ 50% |
| Avg Speed | 24 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Sumatran Tiger inhabits rainforests habitats. It can be found in Sumatra.
Typical coloring: Orange, Black Stripes.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Sumatran Tiger is a solitary species belonging to the Felidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
CR The Sumatran Tiger is classified as Critically Endangered. There are 19 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the Sumatran Tiger’s weight of 47–121 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 50 kg.
Weight rank: #9 of 19 Critically Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gharial | Up to 1500 kg | CR |
| 2 | Black Rhinoceros | 800–1400 kg | CR |
| 3 | Sumatran Rhino | 750–950 kg | CR |
| 4 | Sumatran Rhinoceros | 500–950 kg | CR |
| 5 | White Tiger | 100–300 kg | CR |
Related Species
How much does a Sumatran Tiger weigh?
A Sumatran Tiger typically weighs 47–121 kg, which is well above average compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Sumatran Tiger?
The Sumatran Tiger is classified as “Critically Endangered”. There are 19 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Sumatran Tiger live?
The Sumatran Tiger is found in Sumatra, in rainforests habitats.
How does the Sumatran Tiger reproduce?
The Sumatran Tiger has a gestation period of 140–230 days and typically produces 1-5 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026