There is a world somewhere between reality and fiction. Although ignored by many, it is very real and so are those living in it. This forum is about the natural world. Here, wild animals will be heard and respected. The forum offers a glimpse into an unknown world as well as a room with a view on the present and the future. Anyone able to speak on behalf of those living in the emerald forest and the deep blue sea is invited to join.
Check this image, about the size of the Sundarbans tigers:
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As we can see, they are relative smaller in body size, but very light in weight, compared with the mainland tigers. The few old records show this, but the difference has been more dramatic in modern times. Other possibility is that only specimens with bad health has been captured, so this influence in the weight recorded.
Contrary to popular belief, the Sundarbans population is among the lowest in the world, and the animals here constantly struggle with a low prey base and floods in all the area. These tigers are living, literally, in the edge.