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Watch: The First Year of a Tiger Cub’s Life

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Tiger cub. Image via Depositphotos

Watch as Dash, the cutest tiger cub, explores and experiences life for the first time! From opening his eyes to exploring the snow and his first birthday party. The first year of the tiger cub Dash’s life has been captured in this heartwarming video!

Seeing the World For the First Time

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Image by Flydragonfly via depositphotos.com

Dash was welcomed to his new home at a mere two weeks old, and weighing only 4.2 pounds. Here, his caretakers provided him with affection and the care he needed from the moment of his arrival. He finally saw his caretakers who had been showering him with love when he opened his eyes for the first time at 10 days old.

Baby Steps

Tiger cub portrait. Tiger playing around (Panthera tigris). Image via depositphotos.com

Around two weeks old, Dash took his first steps, an activity that took a lot of energy for this tiger cub! Spending his days playing with his toys and observing the world, he started to become a bit more independent around 30 days old. Climbing and walking to where he wants to be all by himself. 

Exploring the Outdoors

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Siberian Tiger Cub In Snow. Image by michalzak via depositphotos.com

When he was around 2 months old, Dash the tiger cub experienced the outdoors for the first time. The way he treads carefully over the snow-covered ground and instinctively sharpens his claws on a tree is an endearing sight. Dash plays outside often, with his caretakers’ supervision, of course, to get used to the big world. He even had his first swim, which he loved, as tigers are known to be fond of water! 

Joyful Moments Shared

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Young Siberian/Bengal tiger, captive. Image by zaruba.ondrej.seznam.cz via depositphotos.com

Through the first year of his life, we can see Dash not only growing up but enjoying his life! Sharing in experiences such as Halloween where he got to roll around his pumpkin, swim often, and play with the abundance of toys he has!

The Video

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Sumatran tiger and cub (Panthera tigris sumatrae). Image via Depositphotos

find the full video link here!

The Physical Characteristics Of The Siberian Tiger

Size

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The Siberian tiger (Panthera tigris altaica), also known as the Amur tiger, is one of the largest cat species in the world and is characterised by its dense orange fur with black stripes. It is native to the cool forests and mountainous regions of the Russian Far East and north-eastern China. These impressive predators are skilled hunters and feed mainly on large ungulates such as deer and wild boar. Unfortunately, the Siberian tiger is highly endangered and is on the endangered species list. Protection measures and conservation programmes are crucial to ensure the survival of these fascinating animals. Anil Öztas, FALCC-BY-NC-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Siberian tigers are the largest tiger subspecies. Males weigh between 400-650 pounds and measure up to 11 feet.

Coat

male Siberian tiger. Image via Depositphotos.

They have a thick, dense coat that gives them insulation against the cold.

Color

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Young siberian/bengal tiger, captive. Image by zaruba.ondrej.seznam.cz via depositphotos.com

Their coat is a pale orange or reddish hue with dark brown or black stripes.

Head

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Male Siberian tiger (Panthera tigris tigris) walking in the snow, detail. Image via Deposit Photos

The head is large and rounded, with a prominent facial ruff of longer fur.

Ears

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Siberian Tiger close up. Image by Wildfaces via Pixabay

Their ears are small and rounded, with black markings and a white spot on the back.

Eyes

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Siberian Tiger in snow. Image by Pixel-mixer via Pixabay

Siberian tigers have large, expressive eyes that are yellow or amber.

Muzzle

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The Largest Tiger Species: The Siberian Tiger

The muzzle is broad and strong. Additionally, they have long whiskers that help navigate their environment.

Teeth

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A yawning Siberian Tiger (Panthera tigris altaica) sitting in a zoo. Image via Deposit Photos

They have powerful jaws with large canine teeth.

Nose

Amur tiger hunting in green white cotton grass. Dangerous animal, taiga, Russia. Big cat sitting in environment. Wild cat in wildlife nature. Siberian tiger in nature forest habitat, foggy morning.

The nose is large and pink. It also has highly developed olfactory senses for detecting prey.

Legs

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The Siberian tiger (Panthera tigris altaica) is the biggest cat in the world. Image via Depositphotos

Their legs are muscular and powerful.

Paws

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Siberian tigers have large, padded paws with retractable claws.

Tail

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Siberian Tiger looking at camera. Image by Pixel-mixer via Pixabay

The tail is long and thick.

Stripes

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Siberian tiger mother and cub (Panthera tigris altaica). Image via Depositphotos

Each tiger’s stripe pattern is unique, serving as camouflage in their forested and snowy habitats.

Body

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Siberian Tiger Cub In Snow. Image by michalzak via depositphotos.com

Their body is robust and powerful, designed for strength, agility, and endurance in harsh environments.

Conclusion

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Image by metalmaus via depositphotos.com

We rarely have the opportunity to see a wild animal grow up, and this video allows us a glimpse into the life of Dash the tiger cub! The love between Dash and his caretakers is just further proof that animals are capable of sharing strong bonds with humans, and it is undeniably heartwarming to watch! 

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