Animal Facts
Scientific Name
Panthera tigris jacksoni
Range
The Malayan subspecies of tiger is found in forests of Malaysia and southern Thailand.
Location in the Zoo
Near lions and black bears
Cool Animal Fact
Each tiger has its very own stripe pattern. Researchers who observe tigers can identify individuals by the unique stripes on their faces and bodies.
How We Help Them
- 570 anti-poaching patrols for Malayan tigers were conducted, covering more than 15,000km, destroying 570 snares and 15 traps.
- 120 locations were setup with camera traps to better protect Malayan tigers.
