Illegal Wildlife Trade
Poaching and the illegal trade in tiger parts such as skins and bones drive demand for traditional medicine, jewelry, and décor.
Habitat Loss and Fragmentation
Deforestation, agriculture, mining, and infrastructure development destroy and fragment tiger habitats, disrupting ranges and migration routes.
Retaliatory Killings
Tigers that kill livestock may be killed by farmers or herders seeking to protect their animals and livelihoods.
Human-Wildlife Conflict
As human activity expands into tiger habitats, conflicts increase and lead to more tiger deaths.
Inadequate Conservation
Insufficient funding, resources, and enforcement leave tigers vulnerable in many areas.
Climate Change
Shifting climates affect tiger habitats and prey availability, while extreme weather can degrade habitats further.