Unique Tiger Stripes
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Every tiger has unique stripes, just like human fingerprints. These patterns are even present on their skin, not just their fur. Stripes help tigers camouflage in the wild and are used by scientists to identify each tiger individually.
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- Tigers use their stripes for camouflage in forests and tall grass, making it hard for prey to spot them.
- Every tiger’s stripe design is one-of-a-kind, much like how each person’s fingerprints are unique.
- These markings are not limited to the fur; they also appear directly on the skin beneath.
- Wildlife researchers use stripe patterns to identify and track individual tigers.
- The black stripes break up the orange body outline, giving tigers an evolutionary advantage in hunting.