Geographic Range
Royal Bengal tigers are found across several countries in South and Southeast Asia, primarily:
- India
- Bangladesh
- Nepal
- Bhutan
- Myanmar
Habitats They Occupy
Within these countries, Bengal tigers inhabit a variety of ecosystems, including:
- Mangrove forests: Most famously the Sundarbans, straddling India and Bangladesh.
- Grasslands: Open terrain that supports prey species.
- Deciduous forests: Seasonal woodlands with diverse undergrowth.
- Tropical rainforests: Dense, humid jungles.
- Scrub forests: Drier, thorny landscapes.
What Determines Their Distribution?
Tiger populations are largely shaped by the availability of prey, access to water, and the presence of undisturbed habitat. Human encroachment and habitat fragmentation continue to pressure their range.