Some Interesting Facts About Pigeons

Interesting and Fun Facts About Tigers

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Tony the Tiger was nothing compared to the power and strength of a real life tiger. They weigh around 720 pounds and measure 6 feet in length. The tail alone measures 3 feet alone, now that's a big cat! They are considered to be Obligate Carnivores because they depend on animal meat for nutrition and survival. Their powerful jaws are able to bring down prey such as deer and antelope. They hunt alone unlike the lion. Hunting alone gives them the advantage of catching its prey because it is much easier for one tiger to sneak up on a prey rather than a group of tigers.

The tiger symbolizes strength, power and invisibility. In Japanese Tattoo, a tiger with a dragon symbolizes heaven and earth. According to Shaolin Martial Arts, tigers are known to have a "hard" form of martial arts while the dragon has a "soft" style of fighting. Together they represent the balance of power. This beautiful wild cat is also one of the 12 Chinese Zodiac Animals. Those born under this ferocious animal sign are said to be born leaders. To see this large cat in a dream can actually be a wake up call telling you to discover a new passion, start a new adventure or even take more of a leadership role. It can also mean female sexuality, aggression and seduction.

Tigers are considered to be one of the five largest cats in the world, which includes the African Lion, Jaguar, Puma and Leopard. Tigers can live 10 to 15 years in the wild and 20 to 25 in captivity. Unfortunately, this beautiful wild cat is classified as an endangered species, which means they are endangered of extinction. There are only 2,500 tigers left in the world and it is so sad to think that we humans are there only known enemies and the main cause of the extinction.

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Article Submitted On: February 04, 2011

Interesting Zebra Facts and the Differences Between Each Species

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The black and white stripes on a Zebra proves that opposites do attract. Zebras are known to reinforce their bond by grooming one another. They symbolize perfect balance and harmony. They are social animals which believe in family unity. They will form a circle around a dangerous predator and prepare to strike if the predator intents to attack. Zebras would also circle a wounded member and attempt to drive-off the predator. A large mass of moving Zebras makes it difficult for some predators to attack because the blended black and white stripes can confuse the predator, making it difficult for the predator to make a direct attack. The Zebras long, thin legs also help to make a quick and easy escape and one powerful kick from this hoofed animal can cause serious injury to any predator, which includes lions, leopards, cheetahs and hyenas.

Although Zebras may look the same from a distance, there are actually three different types of Zebras with three different stripe patterns. The Plains Zebra is the most common and recognizable Zebra. They can be found live in treeless grasslands and savanna woodlands. They weigh around 600 pounds and can stand 57 inches high at its shoulders. The black stripes consists of different lengths and widths that come together in the midsection of the animal to resemble the letter Y. The Mountain Zebra weighs around 650 - 700 pounds. They are generally found in the mountains or hilly habitats. Their black and white stripes are vertical, with the exception of their belly which is solid white. Last but definitely not least is the Grevy's Zebra. Grevy's are the largest of all Zebras, weighing an astonishing 1,000 pounds. They live in grasslands and semi-arid scrub. It's black and white stripes differ from the rest of the species because they are more narrow and the stripes encircle the rump in a concave pattern.

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Article Submitted On: February 08, 2011