Tiger is an royal and majestic animal which assumes an imperative part in keeping up with the wellbeing and diversity of an ecosystem. It is a top predator and sits at the apex of the food chain. Tigers contribute by keeping the number of inhabitants in wild ungulates under control, accordingly the balance of prey herbivores and the vegetation whereupon they feed is kept up with. The cutting down of trees which leads to habitat loss, hunting, and illegal trading of tiger’s body parts are a portion of the prime factors behind the decrease in tiger population.
Shockingly, tigers are one of the animal groups that is nearing extinction. Consequently, to spread awareness on tiger conservation, International Tiger Day or Global Tiger Day is praised each year on July 29.
History of International Tiger Day:
The date July 29 is historic on the grounds that on this day a few countries consented to the arrangement in the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit, which was held in Russia in 2010. The understanding was tied in with bringing issues to light about the decreasing tiger population internationally and preserving the natural habitat of tigers. Likewise, the delegates from different countries proclaimed that the tiger-populated countries would flourish to twofold the tiger population before the year’s over 2022.
Theme of International Tiger Day:
The theme for this international day is – “Their Survival is in our hands”. Because of the outbreak of COVID-19, last year the festival was held on the online. Nonetheless, the occasion was seen with extraordinary enthusiasm around the world. Since India has around 70% of the worldwide tiger population, it assumes an essential part in the yearly festival. With Tiger saves set up and flourishing endeavors by the Environment department, India has effectively multiplied the tiger population in front of the 2022 objective.
Importance of International Tiger Day:
Noticing World Tiger Day is critical on the grounds that as indicated by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), there are just 3900 wild tigers present universally.
Tigers are of different colors like White tigers, Brown tiger with black stripes, White Tiger with black stripes, and Golden tigers. Watching them stroll in there all greatness is a stunning sight. Up until now, these four species of tiger, including Bali Tiger, Caspian Tiger, Javan Tiger, and Tiger Hybrids are extinct.
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