The food web above is a food web for Bengal tigers, so the prey is similar, but not exact because they live in different locations.
AdaptationsThe Indochinese tiger has long teeth and retractable claws that help with hunting. The camouflage stripes help them sneak up on the prey, and their extremely good hearing makes communication easier. They also have special adaptations to their retinas, that lets light to reflect back into their eyes, which allows them to see better in the dark.
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NicheThey live in tropical or subtropical moist, broad leaf forests. They are found in Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Burma.
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Prey Types/Examples Indochinese tigers are heterotrophs. This means that they get their energy from eating other organisms. Tigers are carnivores, which means they only eat meat. These tigers eat any medium or large prey that is available to them in their natural habitat. Some organisms they eat are wild pigs, antelope, buffalo, and deer.
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