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Cubs face life in the wild

Conservation SustainabilityClimate Change• MY TIGERS • Issue 1

WWF.ORG.HK

Tigers in numbers

700+Since 2007, more than 700 officials have been trained to enforce wildlife trade laws across India.

40KGAn average tiger consumes 40kg of meat at one time.

2022We’re aiming to double tiger numbers by 2022, the next Year of the Tiger.

70%A new survey estimates that tiger numbers have declined by 70% in the Mekong region of south-east Asia.

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A group of high-profile poachers operating

in north-eastern India has surrendered to

the police thanks to a new initiative from

TRAFFIC, the wildlife trade monitoring

group of WWF and the IUCN*.

Along with the destruction of their

natural habitat, poaching is one of the

biggest threats currently facing the global

tiger population. We’re working with local

authorities and our partners to stamp out

poaching and the illegal trade of tiger

skin and bones.

Police say the poachers were known to be

responsible for killing two tigers, as well

as a rhino and an Asian elephant. The gang

surrendered after authorities offered to

help them turn their backs on poaching by

finding them new livelihoods. Rehabilitating

offenders like these is a key part of

combating poaching. Ex-poachers can give

fantastic information and insights.

Head of TRAFFIC India, Samir Sinha, said:

“We are hopeful that the surrender of these

poachers will set a positive example for

others operating in the area.”

POACHERS SuRREnDERGang turn their backs on hunting thanks to our efforts

My tigers neWs

My tigers

REHAbILITATInG OFFEnDERS LIKE THESE IS A KEY PART OF COMbATInG POACHInG

TIGER TALKSaving tiger was the heart of talks during

an international tiger summit in 2010.

We were at the conference, helping to

ensure that tiger countries agree to strong

and urgent measures that rescue the species

from future extinction.

In 2010, the Chinese Year of the Tiger, we

worked with governments and partners to

secure commitments from global leaders to

protect the tigers that remain and increase

populations. We’re aiming to double wild

tiger numbers by 2022 – the next Year of

the Tiger.

* International Union for Conservation of Nature

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© 1986 panda symbol WWF “WWF” is a WWF registered trademark

WWF-Hong Kong, suite1002, 10/F, asian House, 1 Hennessy road, Wanchai, Hong Kong.

tel: (852) 2526 1011, Fax: (852) 2845 2734, email: adopt@wwf.org.hk

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PHOTOS HIGHLIGHT TIGERS’ PLIGHTRare Sumatran tigress and her cubs filmed in the wild

name: Kamrita (pronounced Kam-reet-a)

species: Bengal tiger

Location: Chitwan national park, nepal

project location

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My tigers neWs

My tigers FieLD report

From deep in the Sumatran jungle our

team of tiger experts has captured images

of a rare female tiger and her cubs in their

natural habitat. The footage of this normally

camera-shy species will help our researchers

learn more about how Sumatran tigers

behave in the wild.

The images were recorded when the

family sniffed out one of the dozens of infra-

red cameras that WWF has placed

in the central Sumatran province of

Riau. These specially designed video

cameras help us determine which tigers are

nepalChitwan national park

one of the cubs looks directly at the camera lens

Kamrita is photographed by one of our camera traps

bRAvE nEW WORLD…Kamrita’s beautiful cubs find their feet in Chitwan National Park

represent a new beginning, and it’s cubs like

these that are keeping the tiger population

alive.

Male cubs usually depart from their mother’s

side when they are about 18-22 months old,

and females a little later than this. Once

they leave the protective coaching of their

parent, cubs face a difficult journey. They’re

immediately put into competition with

other tigers, and they’re all looking for the

same things – prey, a mate, and a place to

live! During their journey to establish their

territory some cubs will naturally lose the

battle with other dominant male tigers,

especially when habitat and prey are scarce.

It certainly won’t be easy for the two

newly independent cubs, and they’ll have to

fight hard to establish their territory. Only

time will tell how they’ll get on… We’ll do our

best to update you next time.

Now, our team is waiting for Kamrita to mate

again and raise more cubs…

Like every good tiger mother, Kamrita

has spent the last few months teaching

her two cubs the necessary skills they’ll need

for life in the wild – including how

to hunt and feed.

But the time always comes for the cubs to

become fully independent. And that means

separating from their mother. This is what’s

just happened. It’s sad to see the link broken,

but it’s also a time of hope. Kamrita’s cubs

Our tiger teams report that Kamrita is doing

“very well” in her habitat of Chitwan National

Park. As you can see, our mobile camera

traps have captured some fantastic images

of her. She’s still covering an area of around

20 sq km – staying within a region known

Mystery maleas the Kasara Sukhibar. And in many of the

photos, Kamrita was being followed by a

male partner. So

perhaps we won’t have to

wait too long before the

next set of cubs arrive!

A recent survey showed that the number of

available prey for tigers to feed on, such as

deer, is abundant in Chitwan National Park.

And that the park is capable of supporting

many more tigers than it already does. This

means that most of our efforts are focused

Poaching priorityon fighting the biggest threat to tigers in

Nepal – poaching. Thanks to your support,

we’re deploying more and more anti-poaching

rangers throughout the park. Making it a safer

place for Kamrita and her family, and helping

tigers thrive.

currently roaming the area, and whether

they’re breeding.

Sadly, this rare species is facing a greater

threat than ever before. Experts say that

there may be as few as 400 Sumatran tigers

left in the wild.

Diane Walkington, who leads our

wildlife work, says: “The future of the

Sumatran tiger is precarious, and we’re

working non-stop to save both this and other

sub-species.”

THE FOOTAGE WILL HELP OuR RESEARCHERS LEARn MORE AbOuT HOW SuMATRAn TIGERS bEHAvE

YOUR ADOPTION UPDATE

Page 5

Cubs face life in the wild

ConservationSustainability Climate Change

• MY T

IGERS

• Is

sue 1

WWF.O

RG.H

K

Tigers in numbers

700+ Since 2007, more than 700 officials have been trained to enforce wildlife trade laws across India.

40KG An average tiger consumes 40kg of meat at one time.

2022 We’re aiming to double tiger numbers by 2022, the next Year of the Tiger.

70% A new survey estimates that tiger numbers have declined by 70% in the Mekong region of south-east Asia.

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A group of high-profile poachers operating

in north-eastern India has surrendered to

the police thanks to a new initiative from

TRAFFIC, the wildlife trade monitoring

group of WWF and the IUCN*.

Along with the destruction of their

natural habitat, poaching is one of the

biggest threats currently facing the global

tiger population. We’re working with local

authorities and our partners to stamp out

poaching and the illegal trade of tiger

skin and bones.

Police say the poachers were known to be

responsible for killing two tigers, as well

as a rhino and an Asian elephant. The gang

surrendered after authorities offered to

help them turn their backs on poaching by

finding them new livelihoods. Rehabilitating

offenders like these is a key part of

combating poaching. Ex-poachers can give

fantastic information and insights.

Head of TRAFFIC India, Samir Sinha, said:

“We are hopeful that the surrender of these

poachers will set a positive example for

others operating in the area.”

POACHERS SuRREnDERGang turn their backs on hunting thanks to our efforts

My tigers neWs

My tigers

REHAbILITATInG OFFEnDERS LIKE THESE IS A KEY PART OF COMbATInG POACHInG

TIGER TALK Saving tiger was the heart of talks during

an international tiger summit in 2010.

We were at the conference, helping to

ensure that tiger countries agree to strong

and urgent measures that rescue the species

from future extinction.

In 2010, the Chinese Year of the Tiger, we

worked with governments and partners to

secure commitments from global leaders to

protect the tigers that remain and increase

populations. We’re aiming to double wild

tiger numbers by 2022 – the next Year of

the Tiger.

* International Union for Conservation of Nature

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Fo

ott

/ W

WF-

Ca

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© 1986 panda symbol WWF “WWF” is a WWF registered trademark

WWF-Hong Kong, suite1002, 10/F, asian House, 1 Hennessy road, Wanchai, Hong Kong.

tel: (852) 2526 1011, Fax: (852) 2845 2734, email: adopt@wwf.org.hk

Page 2 Page 3 Page 4

PHOTOS HIGHLIGHT TIGERS’ PLIGHTRare Sumatran tigress and her cubs filmed in the wild

name: Kamrita (pronounced Kam-reet-a)

species: Bengal tiger

Location: Chitwan national park, nepal

project location

© a

Lain

Co

Mp

os

t / WW

F-Ca

no

n © W

WF-n

epa

L

My tigers neWs

My tigers FieLD report

From deep in the Sumatran jungle our

team of tiger experts has captured images

of a rare female tiger and her cubs in their

natural habitat. The footage of this normally

camera-shy species will help our researchers

learn more about how Sumatran tigers

behave in the wild.

The images were recorded when the

family sniffed out one of the dozens of infra-

red cameras that WWF has placed

in the central Sumatran province of

Riau. These specially designed video

cameras help us determine which tigers are

nepalChitwan national park

one of the cubs looks directly at the camera lens

Kamrita is photographed by one of our camera traps

bRAvE nEW WORLD…Kamrita’s beautiful cubs find their feet in Chitwan National Park

represent a new beginning, and it’s cubs like

these that are keeping the tiger population

alive.

Male cubs usually depart from their mother’s

side when they are about 18-22 months old,

and females a little later than this. Once

they leave the protective coaching of their

parent, cubs face a difficult journey. They’re

immediately put into competition with

other tigers, and they’re all looking for the

same things – prey, a mate, and a place to

live! During their journey to establish their

territory some cubs will naturally lose the

battle with other dominant male tigers,

especially when habitat and prey are scarce.

It certainly won’t be easy for the two

newly independent cubs, and they’ll have to

fight hard to establish their territory. Only

time will tell how they’ll get on… We’ll do our

best to update you next time.

Now, our team is waiting for Kamrita to mate

again and raise more cubs…

Like every good tiger mother, Kamrita

has spent the last few months teaching

her two cubs the necessary skills they’ll need

for life in the wild – including how

to hunt and feed.

But the time always comes for the cubs to

become fully independent. And that means

separating from their mother. This is what’s

just happened. It’s sad to see the link broken,

but it’s also a time of hope. Kamrita’s cubs

Our tiger teams report that Kamrita is doing

“very well” in her habitat of Chitwan National

Park. As you can see, our mobile camera

traps have captured some fantastic images

of her. She’s still covering an area of around

20 sq km – staying within a region known

Mystery maleas the Kasara Sukhibar. And in many of the

photos, Kamrita was being followed by a

male partner. So

perhaps we won’t have to

wait too long before the

next set of cubs arrive!

A recent survey showed that the number of

available prey for tigers to feed on, such as

deer, is abundant in Chitwan National Park.

And that the park is capable of supporting

many more tigers than it already does. This

means that most of our efforts are focused

Poaching priorityon fighting the biggest threat to tigers in

Nepal – poaching. Thanks to your support,

we’re deploying more and more anti-poaching

rangers throughout the park. Making it a safer

place for Kamrita and her family, and helping

tigers thrive.

currently roaming the area, and whether

they’re breeding.

Sadly, this rare species is facing a greater

threat than ever before. Experts say that

there may be as few as 400 Sumatran tigers

left in the wild.

Diane Walkington, who leads our

wildlife work, says: “The future of the

Sumatran tiger is precarious, and we’re

working non-stop to save both this and other

sub-species.”

THE FOOTAGE WILL HELP OuR RESEARCHERS LEARn MORE AbOuT HOW SuMATRAn TIGERS bEHAvE

YOUR ADOPTION UPDATE

Page 5

Cubs face life in the wild

ConservationSustainability Climate Change

• MY T

IGERS

• Is

sue 1

WWF.O

RG.H

K

Tigers in numbers

700+ Since 2007, more than 700 officials have been trained to enforce wildlife trade laws across India.

40KG An average tiger consumes 40kg of meat at one time.

2022 We’re aiming to double tiger numbers by 2022, the next Year of the Tiger.

70% A new survey estimates that tiger numbers have declined by 70% in the Mekong region of south-east Asia.

Co

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r iM

ag

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Dav

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/ W

WF-

UK

tH

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Ma

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ve

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WW

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an

on

A group of high-profile poachers operating

in north-eastern India has surrendered to

the police thanks to a new initiative from

TRAFFIC, the wildlife trade monitoring

group of WWF and the IUCN*.

Along with the destruction of their

natural habitat, poaching is one of the

biggest threats currently facing the global

tiger population. We’re working with local

authorities and our partners to stamp out

poaching and the illegal trade of tiger

skin and bones.

Police say the poachers were known to be

responsible for killing two tigers, as well

as a rhino and an Asian elephant. The gang

surrendered after authorities offered to

help them turn their backs on poaching by

finding them new livelihoods. Rehabilitating

offenders like these is a key part of

combating poaching. Ex-poachers can give

fantastic information and insights.

Head of TRAFFIC India, Samir Sinha, said:

“We are hopeful that the surrender of these

poachers will set a positive example for

others operating in the area.”

POACHERS SuRREnDERGang turn their backs on hunting thanks to our efforts

My tigers neWs

My tigers

REHAbILITATInG OFFEnDERS LIKE THESE IS A KEY PART OF COMbATInG POACHInG

TIGER TALK Saving tiger was the heart of talks during

an international tiger summit in 2010.

We were at the conference, helping to

ensure that tiger countries agree to strong

and urgent measures that rescue the species

from future extinction.

In 2010, the Chinese Year of the Tiger, we

worked with governments and partners to

secure commitments from global leaders to

protect the tigers that remain and increase

populations. We’re aiming to double wild

tiger numbers by 2022 – the next Year of

the Tiger.

* International Union for Conservation of Nature

© J

eFF

Fo

ott

/ W

WF-

Ca

no

n

© 1986 panda symbol WWF “WWF” is a WWF registered trademark

WWF-Hong Kong, suite1002, 10/F, asian House, 1 Hennessy road, Wanchai, Hong Kong.

tel: (852) 2526 1011, Fax: (852) 2845 2734, email: adopt@wwf.org.hk

Page 2 Page 3 Page 4

PHOTOS HIGHLIGHT TIGERS’ PLIGHTRare Sumatran tigress and her cubs filmed in the wild

name: Kamrita (pronounced Kam-reet-a)

species: Bengal tiger

Location: Chitwan national park, nepal

project location

© a

Lain

Co

Mp

os

t / WW

F-Ca

no

n © W

WF-n

epa

L

My tigers neWs

My tigers FieLD report

From deep in the Sumatran jungle our

team of tiger experts has captured images

of a rare female tiger and her cubs in their

natural habitat. The footage of this normally

camera-shy species will help our researchers

learn more about how Sumatran tigers

behave in the wild.

The images were recorded when the

family sniffed out one of the dozens of infra-

red cameras that WWF has placed

in the central Sumatran province of

Riau. These specially designed video

cameras help us determine which tigers are

nepalChitwan national park

one of the cubs looks directly at the camera lens

Kamrita is photographed by one of our camera traps

bRAvE nEW WORLD…Kamrita’s beautiful cubs find their feet in Chitwan National Park

represent a new beginning, and it’s cubs like

these that are keeping the tiger population

alive.

Male cubs usually depart from their mother’s

side when they are about 18-22 months old,

and females a little later than this. Once

they leave the protective coaching of their

parent, cubs face a difficult journey. They’re

immediately put into competition with

other tigers, and they’re all looking for the

same things – prey, a mate, and a place to

live! During their journey to establish their

territory some cubs will naturally lose the

battle with other dominant male tigers,

especially when habitat and prey are scarce.

It certainly won’t be easy for the two

newly independent cubs, and they’ll have to

fight hard to establish their territory. Only

time will tell how they’ll get on… We’ll do our

best to update you next time.

Now, our team is waiting for Kamrita to mate

again and raise more cubs…

Like every good tiger mother, Kamrita

has spent the last few months teaching

her two cubs the necessary skills they’ll need

for life in the wild – including how

to hunt and feed.

But the time always comes for the cubs to

become fully independent. And that means

separating from their mother. This is what’s

just happened. It’s sad to see the link broken,

but it’s also a time of hope. Kamrita’s cubs

Our tiger teams report that Kamrita is doing

“very well” in her habitat of Chitwan National

Park. As you can see, our mobile camera

traps have captured some fantastic images

of her. She’s still covering an area of around

20 sq km – staying within a region known

Mystery maleas the Kasara Sukhibar. And in many of the

photos, Kamrita was being followed by a

male partner. So

perhaps we won’t have to

wait too long before the

next set of cubs arrive!

A recent survey showed that the number of

available prey for tigers to feed on, such as

deer, is abundant in Chitwan National Park.

And that the park is capable of supporting

many more tigers than it already does. This

means that most of our efforts are focused

Poaching priorityon fighting the biggest threat to tigers in

Nepal – poaching. Thanks to your support,

we’re deploying more and more anti-poaching

rangers throughout the park. Making it a safer

place for Kamrita and her family, and helping

tigers thrive.

currently roaming the area, and whether

they’re breeding.

Sadly, this rare species is facing a greater

threat than ever before. Experts say that

there may be as few as 400 Sumatran tigers

left in the wild.

Diane Walkington, who leads our

wildlife work, says: “The future of the

Sumatran tiger is precarious, and we’re

working non-stop to save both this and other

sub-species.”

THE FOOTAGE WILL HELP OuR RESEARCHERS LEARn MORE AbOuT HOW SuMATRAn TIGERS bEHAvE

YOUR ADOPTION UPDATE

Page 5

Cubs face life in the wild

ConservationSustainability Climate Change

• MY T

IGERS

• Is

sue 1

WWF.O

RG.H

K

Tigers in numbers

700+ Since 2007, more than 700 officials have been trained to enforce wildlife trade laws across India.

40KG An average tiger consumes 40kg of meat at one time.

2022 We’re aiming to double tiger numbers by 2022, the next Year of the Tiger.

70% A new survey estimates that tiger numbers have declined by 70% in the Mekong region of south-east Asia.

Co

ve

r iM

ag

e: ©

Dav

iD L

aWs

on

/ W

WF-

UK

tH

is p

ag

e: ©

Ma

rti

n H

ar

ve

y /

WW

F-C

an

on

A group of high-profile poachers operating

in north-eastern India has surrendered to

the police thanks to a new initiative from

TRAFFIC, the wildlife trade monitoring

group of WWF and the IUCN*.

Along with the destruction of their

natural habitat, poaching is one of the

biggest threats currently facing the global

tiger population. We’re working with local

authorities and our partners to stamp out

poaching and the illegal trade of tiger

skin and bones.

Police say the poachers were known to be

responsible for killing two tigers, as well

as a rhino and an Asian elephant. The gang

surrendered after authorities offered to

help them turn their backs on poaching by

finding them new livelihoods. Rehabilitating

offenders like these is a key part of

combating poaching. Ex-poachers can give

fantastic information and insights.

Head of TRAFFIC India, Samir Sinha, said:

“We are hopeful that the surrender of these

poachers will set a positive example for

others operating in the area.”

POACHERS SuRREnDERGang turn their backs on hunting thanks to our efforts

My tigers neWs

My tigers

REHAbILITATInG OFFEnDERS LIKE THESE IS A KEY PART OF COMbATInG POACHInG

TIGER TALK Saving tiger was the heart of talks during

an international tiger summit in 2010.

We were at the conference, helping to

ensure that tiger countries agree to strong

and urgent measures that rescue the species

from future extinction.

In 2010, the Chinese Year of the Tiger, we

worked with governments and partners to

secure commitments from global leaders to

protect the tigers that remain and increase

populations. We’re aiming to double wild

tiger numbers by 2022 – the next Year of

the Tiger.

* International Union for Conservation of Nature

© J

eFF

Fo

ott

/ W

WF-

Ca

no

n

© 1986 panda symbol WWF “WWF” is a WWF registered trademark

WWF-Hong Kong, suite1002, 10/F, asian House, 1 Hennessy road, Wanchai, Hong Kong.

tel: (852) 2526 1011, Fax: (852) 2845 2734, email: adopt@wwf.org.hk

Page 2 Page 3 Page 4

PHOTOS HIGHLIGHT TIGERS’ PLIGHTRare Sumatran tigress and her cubs filmed in the wild

name: Kamrita (pronounced Kam-reet-a)

species: Bengal tiger

Location: Chitwan national park, nepal

project location

© a

Lain

Co

Mp

os

t / WW

F-Ca

no

n © W

WF-n

epa

L

My tigers neWs

My tigers FieLD report

From deep in the Sumatran jungle our

team of tiger experts has captured images

of a rare female tiger and her cubs in their

natural habitat. The footage of this normally

camera-shy species will help our researchers

learn more about how Sumatran tigers

behave in the wild.

The images were recorded when the

family sniffed out one of the dozens of infra-

red cameras that WWF has placed

in the central Sumatran province of

Riau. These specially designed video

cameras help us determine which tigers are

nepalChitwan national park

one of the cubs looks directly at the camera lens

Kamrita is photographed by one of our camera traps

bRAvE nEW WORLD…Kamrita’s beautiful cubs find their feet in Chitwan National Park

represent a new beginning, and it’s cubs like

these that are keeping the tiger population

alive.

Male cubs usually depart from their mother’s

side when they are about 18-22 months old,

and females a little later than this. Once

they leave the protective coaching of their

parent, cubs face a difficult journey. They’re

immediately put into competition with

other tigers, and they’re all looking for the

same things – prey, a mate, and a place to

live! During their journey to establish their

territory some cubs will naturally lose the

battle with other dominant male tigers,

especially when habitat and prey are scarce.

It certainly won’t be easy for the two

newly independent cubs, and they’ll have to

fight hard to establish their territory. Only

time will tell how they’ll get on… We’ll do our

best to update you next time.

Now, our team is waiting for Kamrita to mate

again and raise more cubs…

Like every good tiger mother, Kamrita

has spent the last few months teaching

her two cubs the necessary skills they’ll need

for life in the wild – including how

to hunt and feed.

But the time always comes for the cubs to

become fully independent. And that means

separating from their mother. This is what’s

just happened. It’s sad to see the link broken,

but it’s also a time of hope. Kamrita’s cubs

Our tiger teams report that Kamrita is doing

“very well” in her habitat of Chitwan National

Park. As you can see, our mobile camera

traps have captured some fantastic images

of her. She’s still covering an area of around

20 sq km – staying within a region known

Mystery maleas the Kasara Sukhibar. And in many of the

photos, Kamrita was being followed by a

male partner. So

perhaps we won’t have to

wait too long before the

next set of cubs arrive!

A recent survey showed that the number of

available prey for tigers to feed on, such as

deer, is abundant in Chitwan National Park.

And that the park is capable of supporting

many more tigers than it already does. This

means that most of our efforts are focused

Poaching priorityon fighting the biggest threat to tigers in

Nepal – poaching. Thanks to your support,

we’re deploying more and more anti-poaching

rangers throughout the park. Making it a safer

place for Kamrita and her family, and helping

tigers thrive.

currently roaming the area, and whether

they’re breeding.

Sadly, this rare species is facing a greater

threat than ever before. Experts say that

there may be as few as 400 Sumatran tigers

left in the wild.

Diane Walkington, who leads our

wildlife work, says: “The future of the

Sumatran tiger is precarious, and we’re

working non-stop to save both this and other

sub-species.”

THE FOOTAGE WILL HELP OuR RESEARCHERS LEARn MORE AbOuT HOW SuMATRAn TIGERS bEHAvE

YOUR ADOPTION UPDATE

Page 5

Cubs face life in the wild

Conservation SustainabilityClimate Change

• MY TIGERS • Issue 1WWF.ORG.HK

Tigers in numbers

700+Since 2007, more than 700 officials have been trained to enforce wildlife trade laws across India.

40KGAn average tiger consumes 40kg of meat at one time.

2022We’re aiming to double tiger numbers by 2022, the next Year of the Tiger.

70%A new survey estimates that tiger numbers have declined by 70% in the Mekong region of south-east Asia.

Co

ve

r iM

ag

e: ©

Dav

iD LaW

so

n / W

WF-U

K tH

is pa

ge

: © M

ar

tin H

ar

ve

y / W

WF-C

an

on

A group of high-profile poachers operating

in north-eastern India has surrendered to

the police thanks to a new initiative from

TRAFFIC, the wildlife trade monitoring

group of WWF and the IUCN*.

Along with the destruction of their

natural habitat, poaching is one of the

biggest threats currently facing the global

tiger population. We’re working with local

authorities and our partners to stamp out

poaching and the illegal trade of tiger

skin and bones.

Police say the poachers were known to be

responsible for killing two tigers, as well

as a rhino and an Asian elephant. The gang

surrendered after authorities offered to

help them turn their backs on poaching by

finding them new livelihoods. Rehabilitating

offenders like these is a key part of

combating poaching. Ex-poachers can give

fantastic information and insights.

Head of TRAFFIC India, Samir Sinha, said:

“We are hopeful that the surrender of these

poachers will set a positive example for

others operating in the area.”

POACHERS SuRREnDERGang turn their backs on hunting thanks to our efforts

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REHAbILITATInG OFFEnDERS LIKE THESE IS A KEY PART OF COMbATInG POACHInG

TIGER TALKSaving tiger was the heart of talks during

an international tiger summit in 2010.

We were at the conference, helping to

ensure that tiger countries agree to strong

and urgent measures that rescue the species

from future extinction.

In 2010, the Chinese Year of the Tiger, we

worked with governments and partners to

secure commitments from global leaders to

protect the tigers that remain and increase

populations. We’re aiming to double wild

tiger numbers by 2022 – the next Year of

the Tiger.

* International Union for Conservation of Nature

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PHOTOS HIGHLIGHT TIGERS’ PLIGHTRare Sumatran tigress and her cubs filmed in the wild

name: Kamrita (pronounced Kam-reet-a)

species: Bengal tiger

Location: Chitwan national park, nepal

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From deep in the Sumatran jungle our

team of tiger experts has captured images

of a rare female tiger and her cubs in their

natural habitat. The footage of this normally

camera-shy species will help our researchers

learn more about how Sumatran tigers

behave in the wild.

The images were recorded when the

family sniffed out one of the dozens of infra-

red cameras that WWF has placed

in the central Sumatran province of

Riau. These specially designed video

cameras help us determine which tigers are

nepalChitwan national park

one of the cubs looks directly at the camera lens

Kamrita is photographed by one of our camera traps

bRAvE nEW WORLD…Kamrita’s beautiful cubs find their feet in Chitwan National Park

represent a new beginning, and it’s cubs like

these that are keeping the tiger population

alive.

Male cubs usually depart from their mother’s

side when they are about 18-22 months old,

and females a little later than this. Once

they leave the protective coaching of their

parent, cubs face a difficult journey. They’re

immediately put into competition with

other tigers, and they’re all looking for the

same things – prey, a mate, and a place to

live! During their journey to establish their

territory some cubs will naturally lose the

battle with other dominant male tigers,

especially when habitat and prey are scarce.

It certainly won’t be easy for the two

newly independent cubs, and they’ll have to

fight hard to establish their territory. Only

time will tell how they’ll get on… We’ll do our

best to update you next time.

Now, our team is waiting for Kamrita to mate

again and raise more cubs…

Like every good tiger mother, Kamrita

has spent the last few months teaching

her two cubs the necessary skills they’ll need

for life in the wild – including how

to hunt and feed.

But the time always comes for the cubs to

become fully independent. And that means

separating from their mother. This is what’s

just happened. It’s sad to see the link broken,

but it’s also a time of hope. Kamrita’s cubs

Our tiger teams report that Kamrita is doing

“very well” in her habitat of Chitwan National

Park. As you can see, our mobile camera

traps have captured some fantastic images

of her. She’s still covering an area of around

20 sq km – staying within a region known

Mystery maleas the Kasara Sukhibar. And in many of the

photos, Kamrita was being followed by a

male partner. So

perhaps we won’t have to

wait too long before the

next set of cubs arrive!

A recent survey showed that the number of

available prey for tigers to feed on, such as

deer, is abundant in Chitwan National Park.

And that the park is capable of supporting

many more tigers than it already does. This

means that most of our efforts are focused

Poaching priorityon fighting the biggest threat to tigers in

Nepal – poaching. Thanks to your support,

we’re deploying more and more anti-poaching

rangers throughout the park. Making it a safer

place for Kamrita and her family, and helping

tigers thrive.

currently roaming the area, and whether

they’re breeding.

Sadly, this rare species is facing a greater

threat than ever before. Experts say that

there may be as few as 400 Sumatran tigers

left in the wild.

Diane Walkington, who leads our

wildlife work, says: “The future of the

Sumatran tiger is precarious, and we’re

working non-stop to save both this and other

sub-species.”

THE FOOTAGE WILL HELP OuR RESEARCHERS LEARn MORE AbOuT HOW SuMATRAn TIGERS bEHAvE

YOUR ADOPTION UPDATE

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Conservation SustainabilityClimate Change

• MY TIGERS • Issue 1WWF.ORG.HK

Tigers in numbers

700+Since 2007, more than 700 officials have been trained to enforce wildlife trade laws across India.

40KGAn average tiger consumes 40kg of meat at one time.

2022We’re aiming to double tiger numbers by 2022, the next Year of the Tiger.

70%A new survey estimates that tiger numbers have declined by 70% in the Mekong region of south-east Asia.

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A group of high-profile poachers operating

in north-eastern India has surrendered to

the police thanks to a new initiative from

TRAFFIC, the wildlife trade monitoring

group of WWF and the IUCN*.

Along with the destruction of their

natural habitat, poaching is one of the

biggest threats currently facing the global

tiger population. We’re working with local

authorities and our partners to stamp out

poaching and the illegal trade of tiger

skin and bones.

Police say the poachers were known to be

responsible for killing two tigers, as well

as a rhino and an Asian elephant. The gang

surrendered after authorities offered to

help them turn their backs on poaching by

finding them new livelihoods. Rehabilitating

offenders like these is a key part of

combating poaching. Ex-poachers can give

fantastic information and insights.

Head of TRAFFIC India, Samir Sinha, said:

“We are hopeful that the surrender of these

poachers will set a positive example for

others operating in the area.”

POACHERS SuRREnDERGang turn their backs on hunting thanks to our efforts

My tigers neWs

My tigers

REHAbILITATInG OFFEnDERS LIKE THESE IS A KEY PART OF COMbATInG POACHInG

TIGER TALKSaving tiger was the heart of talks during

an international tiger summit in 2010.

We were at the conference, helping to

ensure that tiger countries agree to strong

and urgent measures that rescue the species

from future extinction.

In 2010, the Chinese Year of the Tiger, we

worked with governments and partners to

secure commitments from global leaders to

protect the tigers that remain and increase

populations. We’re aiming to double wild

tiger numbers by 2022 – the next Year of

the Tiger.

* International Union for Conservation of Nature

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© 1986 panda symbol WWF “WWF” is a WWF registered trademark

WWF-Hong Kong, suite1002, 10/F, asian House, 1 Hennessy road, Wanchai, Hong Kong.

tel: (852) 2526 1011, Fax: (852) 2845 2734, email: adopt@wwf.org.hk

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PHOTOS HIGHLIGHT TIGERS’ PLIGHTRare Sumatran tigress and her cubs filmed in the wild

name: Kamrita (pronounced Kam-reet-a)

species: Bengal tiger

Location: Chitwan national park, nepal

project location

© a

Lain

Co

Mp

os

t / W

WF-

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WF-

ne

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My tigers neWs

My tigers FieLD report

From deep in the Sumatran jungle our

team of tiger experts has captured images

of a rare female tiger and her cubs in their

natural habitat. The footage of this normally

camera-shy species will help our researchers

learn more about how Sumatran tigers

behave in the wild.

The images were recorded when the

family sniffed out one of the dozens of infra-

red cameras that WWF has placed

in the central Sumatran province of

Riau. These specially designed video

cameras help us determine which tigers are

nepalChitwan national park

one of the cubs looks directly at the camera lens

Kamrita is photographed by one of our camera traps

bRAvE nEW WORLD…Kamrita’s beautiful cubs find their feet in Chitwan National Park

represent a new beginning, and it’s cubs like

these that are keeping the tiger population

alive.

Male cubs usually depart from their mother’s

side when they are about 18-22 months old,

and females a little later than this. Once

they leave the protective coaching of their

parent, cubs face a difficult journey. They’re

immediately put into competition with

other tigers, and they’re all looking for the

same things – prey, a mate, and a place to

live! During their journey to establish their

territory some cubs will naturally lose the

battle with other dominant male tigers,

especially when habitat and prey are scarce.

It certainly won’t be easy for the two

newly independent cubs, and they’ll have to

fight hard to establish their territory. Only

time will tell how they’ll get on… We’ll do our

best to update you next time.

Now, our team is waiting for Kamrita to mate

again and raise more cubs…

Like every good tiger mother, Kamrita

has spent the last few months teaching

her two cubs the necessary skills they’ll need

for life in the wild – including how

to hunt and feed.

But the time always comes for the cubs to

become fully independent. And that means

separating from their mother. This is what’s

just happened. It’s sad to see the link broken,

but it’s also a time of hope. Kamrita’s cubs

Our tiger teams report that Kamrita is doing

“very well” in her habitat of Chitwan National

Park. As you can see, our mobile camera

traps have captured some fantastic images

of her. She’s still covering an area of around

20 sq km – staying within a region known

Mystery maleas the Kasara Sukhibar. And in many of the

photos, Kamrita was being followed by a

male partner. So

perhaps we won’t have to

wait too long before the

next set of cubs arrive!

A recent survey showed that the number of

available prey for tigers to feed on, such as

deer, is abundant in Chitwan National Park.

And that the park is capable of supporting

many more tigers than it already does. This

means that most of our efforts are focused

Poaching priorityon fighting the biggest threat to tigers in

Nepal – poaching. Thanks to your support,

we’re deploying more and more anti-poaching

rangers throughout the park. Making it a safer

place for Kamrita and her family, and helping

tigers thrive.

currently roaming the area, and whether

they’re breeding.

Sadly, this rare species is facing a greater

threat than ever before. Experts say that

there may be as few as 400 Sumatran tigers

left in the wild.

Diane Walkington, who leads our

wildlife work, says: “The future of the

Sumatran tiger is precarious, and we’re

working non-stop to save both this and other

sub-species.”

THE FOOTAGE WILL HELP OuR RESEARCHERS LEARn MORE AbOuT HOW SuMATRAn TIGERS bEHAvE

YOUR ADOPTION UPDATE

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WILDLIFE AT RISK Around the world, wild animals like tigers are under threat. One in four mammals, one in eight birds and one in three of all amphibians are facing extinction. All are victims of the same human-induced pressures of loss of habitat and over exploitation. And climate change piles yet more stress on these vulnerable creatures. 2010 is the UN International Year of Biodiversity, so there may be no better time to celebrate the amazing variety of life which brings us so many benefits. And, more importantly, to take action to protect tigers and other species before it’s too late. Here at WWF, we’re working globally to find the answers that are needed.

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