Tigers (Panthera tigris) are native to Asia and have a wide but fragmented distribution across the continent. Their geographical range includes diverse habitats, from the Siberian taiga to the mangrove forests of the Sundarbans.

Here's a breakdown:

• Historical Range: Historically, tigers roamed across a vast area, including Turkey, throughout the Middle East, across Central and Southern Asia, to the far eastern parts of Russia, and into Southeast Asia, including islands such as Java, Bali and Sumatra.¹
• Current Range: Today, their distribution is much reduced. Tigers are now primarily found in:
  • India: Holds the largest tiger population.
  • Russia (Far East): Siberian tigers inhabit this region.
  • Nepal and Bhutan: Tigers are found in the Terai Arc Landscape.
  • Bangladesh: Known for tigers in the Sundarbans mangrove forest.
  • Southeast Asia: Including parts of Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia (Sumatra only), Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar, and Vietnam.
  • China: Small and scattered populations.
• Habitat Types:
  • Tropical rainforests
  • Evergreen forests
  • Temperate forests
  • Mangrove swamps
  • Grasslands
  • Savannas
  • Taiga

The fragmentation of tiger habitats is a major threat to their survival, leading to isolated populations and reduced genetic diversity. Conservation efforts focus on protecting and connecting these fragmented habitats to ensure the long-term survival of tigers in the wild.