India, Bangladesh, NepalClassified as Endangered, the Bengal Tiger inhabits grasslands, mangroves habitats in India, Bangladesh, Nepal. Weighing 220–260 kg, it is exceptionally high among carnivore mammals.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Bengal Tiger | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 240 kg | 50 kg | ↑ 380% |
| Height | 100 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 65 km/h | 48 km/h | ↑ 35% |
| Avg Speed | 65 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Bengal Tiger inhabits grasslands, mangroves habitats. It can be found in India, Bangladesh, Nepal.
Typical coloring: Orange, Black.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Bengal Tiger is a solitary species belonging to the Felidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
EN The Bengal Tiger is classified as Endangered. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the Bengal Tiger’s weight of 220–260 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 50 kg.
Weight rank: #8 of 31 Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Whale | Up to 200 tons | EN |
| 2 | Asian Elephant | 2000–5000 kg | EN |
| 3 | Whale Shark | Up to 1500 kg | EN |
| 4 | Grevy's Zebra | 350–450 kg | EN |
| 5 | Baird's Tapir | 150–400 kg | EN |
Related Species
How much does a Bengal Tiger weigh?
A Bengal Tiger typically weighs 220–260 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Bengal Tiger?
The Bengal Tiger is classified as “Endangered”. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Bengal Tiger live?
The Bengal Tiger is found in India, Bangladesh, Nepal, in grasslands, mangroves habitats.
How does the Bengal Tiger reproduce?
The Bengal Tiger has a gestation period of 104–106 days and typically produces 2-4 (usually) offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026