Among the most admired species in the animal kingdom is the majestic tiger, the largest wild cat in the world. Easily recognised by its uniquely striped, reddish-orange coat, the tiger is an apex predator across its endemic range states and holds cultural significance at national and local levels. Despite this widespread reverence, tiger populations have been declining for decades primarily due to anthropogenic threats, such as poaching, habitat loss, and the depletion of prey stocks. While conservation efforts for flagship species are typically well funded and tend to garner widespread public attention, the implementation of multifaceted, evidence-based conservation measures that adequately reflect the needs of both the target species and of local communities is a complex, lengthy process.
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