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The forests of West Bengal are inhabited by the endangered Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris tigris).
In all tiger subspecies, males are significantly larger than females. This sexual dimorphism is a consistent trait across the species, with male cubs also noted to grow more quickly than their female counterparts.12
Using the Bengal tiger as a representative example, the size difference is clearly defined:
- Males: The largest males can reach lengths of approximately 3.2 meters (10.5 feet) and weigh up to 295 kg (about 650 pounds).3
- Females: The largest females typically measure about 2.7 meters (9 feet) in length and weigh up to 181 kg (400 pounds).3
Generally, male tigers may attain a shoulder height of about 1 meter (3 feet) and a length of approximately 2.2 meters (excluding the tail), while females remain smaller in both stature and mass.1