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.
Peter says: One wonders why that advantage isn't used to displace male tigers. We also never heard anything about fights between adult males. What are we missing? I have given this a lot of thought myself. Why would a big male grizzly weighing from 700 to 1000 pounds not displace a 400 pound male tiger from a carcass? My only conclusion is that should the tiger stand his ground to defend his kill, even though the bear might kill the tiger in the end, he would not ( IMO ) walk away from this battle unscathed. Tiger claws are nearly as long as grizzly claws. They are very sharp and a tiger is fast beyond belief. Then there are those canines which, in some individuals look almost like saber-teeth. Perhaps the prize is simply not worth the effort and the price.