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Species Profile
Royal Bengal Tiger
Panthera tigris tigris
The iconic tiger of the Sundarbans mangrove forest, adapted to swimming and hunting in tidal waterways.
Conservation Status
Endangered
Region
Sundarbans, Bangladesh
Habitat
Mangrove Forest
Population
~114
Population Trend
Decreasing
Main Threat
Habitat loss & human-wildlife conflict
Why It Matters
Top predator maintaining ecosystem balance
Featured Insight
How Bengal Tigers Maintain Ecosystem Balance in the Sundarbans
Explore how Bengal tigers regulate prey populations, reduce overgrazing, and support mangrove ecosystem stability.
Read full article →Conservation Overview
Protecting Royal Bengal Tiger means protecting the ecosystems it depends on. Habitat conservation, stronger awareness, and long-term monitoring all play an important role in ensuring this species continues to survive in Bangladesh.