Sumatran tiger Indonesian

Sumatran tiger Indonesian (Panthera tigris sumatrae) is only found on the island of Sumatra in Indonesia, is one of six sub-species of tigers that still survive today and are included in the classification of critical wildlife threatened with extinction (critically endangered) in the red list of endangered species is released IUCN World Conservation Institute. The wild population is estimated between 400-500 animals, especially living in national parks in Sumatra. Sophisticated genetic testing has revealed genetic markers unique, indicating that this subspecies may evolve into separate species, if managed sustainably. [2]

Destruction of habitat is the greatest threat to the population today. Logging continues even in the supposedly protected national parks. Recorded 66 tigers were killed between 1998 and 2000.

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