Classified as Endangered, the Tiger (Panthera tigris) inhabits rainforests habitats in Asia, Russia. Weighing 100–390 kg, it is exceptionally high among carnivore mammals.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Tiger | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 245 kg | 50 kg | ↑ 390% |
| Height | 120.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 28 km/h | 48 km/h | ↓ 42% |
| Avg Speed | 28 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Tiger inhabits rainforests habitats. It can be found in Asia, Russia.
Typical coloring: Orange, Black Stripes.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Tiger is a solitary species belonging to the Felidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
EN The Tiger is classified as Endangered. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the Tiger’s weight of 100–390 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 50 kg.
Weight rank: #7 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 Tiger weigh?
A Tiger typically weighs 100–390 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Tiger?
The Tiger is classified as “Endangered”. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Tiger live?
The Tiger is found in Asia, Russia, in rainforests habitats.
How does the Tiger reproduce?
The Tiger has a gestation period of 280–310 days and typically produces 1-4 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026