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04-13-2015, 10:53 AM( This post was last modified: 04-13-2015, 10:56 AM by peter )
Pod, I propose to ask him if he knows about an institution that collects data (weights and measurements) of Indian tigers? If not, he might know a biologist who does. We're looking for a specialist with real weights and measurements, not guesstimates. And, if possible, places, dates and the biologists involved.
Another question would be if there are differences between young adults and mature tigers on one hand and residents and transients on the other. My guess is most transients would be young adults and displaced males.
The last question is if he knows about regional differences. And Kazirangha tigers in particular. Tell him about Sunquist's average for Royal Chitwan tigers and the average of Nagarahole tigers Ullas Karanth found.
I propose you contact him, as you're the one he knows. We want to prevent overrunning the poor man, of course.