White Bengal Tiger by tennesseecowgirl

Photography • Animals • posted on Dec 01, 2009

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This is Kali, she is a white Bengal Tiger, below are some facts about white tigers. Bengal tigers are also called Indian tigers, they are more numerous in population than any other tiger subspecies. They were killed as a part of sport carried out by Indian and British royalties. Their number declined at a fast rate. They are one of the only two species of cats that like water. At full running speed they reach speeds of up to 40 miles per hour. They do not possess great stamina. The average tiger sleeps between 16 to 18 hours per day. Royal, majestic and beautiful, the white Bengal tigers (Panthera Tigris) are slowly depleting in their numbers. The unusual coloration of the white Bengal tiger is what makes them very popular at most zoos as well. These white tigers are also known to be solitary animals. Such white tigers are mostly found on the mainland of Southeastern Asia and the in central and southern parts of India. Sadly, although there were around 8 subspecies of this kind, today, with the result of poaching, only four such species are exist. All white Bengal tigers are the descendants of four cubs of a white tiger originally killed in India. The tigers now in the exhibit first came to the zoo as cubs. They were preceded by a female tiger named Neela, who lived at the zoo until her death at the age of 18. Kali can be seen at the Knoxville zoo, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Did you know? A tiger's roar can be heard as far as two miles away. Dang that would keep me up at night . lol Thanks to you all for your visits and remarks on my Red Panda photo yesterday, I appreciate all your comments and advice.

Red Panda

Comments (98)

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tennesseecowgirl

8:35PM | Tue, 01 December 2009

Kali is a her ... lol but thank you all~~

MrsLubner

9:53PM | Tue, 01 December 2009

This is one very healthy cat. Gorgeous shot reflecting his confidence.

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angelafair

10:25PM | Tue, 01 December 2009

Nothing but pure BEAUTY!!! Thanks for sharing this! GREAT shot!!!

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bimm3d

10:38PM | Tue, 01 December 2009

Wonderful photo and interesting information!

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psyoshida

10:53PM | Tue, 01 December 2009

She is very regal looking. I see you caught her good side. She is a beautiful animal and your photo really shows that very well.

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danapommet

11:38PM | Tue, 01 December 2009

Beautiful beast, wonderful detail and interesting info. Dana

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NoelCan

11:44PM | Tue, 01 December 2009

I love Tigers, this one is so beautiful.. Excellent shot...

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blinkings

12:46AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

Who is a pretty girl then!!!!!!! Wonderful portrait of a regal lassie!

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Umbetro38

12:51AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

Animals are always perfect for a shot and I love this one

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bangonthedrums

1:16AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

wow sweetie, i'm running out of superlatives... she's beautiful! wonder if there's a way to make her semi-transparent and superimpose her on my 'tigerlily' when she's finished? hmmm, might be interesting... xo

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babuci

2:33AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

Such a gracefullness. Excelent capture.

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jendellas

3:38AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

Kali is so beautiful & looks so contented laid there, thanks for the info.

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cheekyelf

4:16AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

Beautiful.

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jendon

6:03AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

Beautiful animal

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awjay

6:59AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

awwww...she is beautiful

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Thetis

8:29AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

the pose shows pure majesty. superb portrait!

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greensleeves81

8:53AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

Cheers from India for your efforts. An admirable creature.My state Kerala has a national park reserved for Tigers.Excellent capture.

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cvrad

9:21AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

A very beautiful creature indeed, and this is a great photo that really captures the essence of the majesty they possess.

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pops

9:22AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

Awesome shot

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capelito

10:08AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

Fantastic shot!

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1358

10:10AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

quiet power, waiting to be uncoiled, unleashed... unbound by wire and steel... once to hunt as did the ancestors... once to hunt for food, for revenge... for the pride of being a Bengal Tiger.... and if you do hear the roar f the tiger in the night... close your windows and doors... in never hurts to be prepared... very cool shot!

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flora-crassella

10:36AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

I hope for the beautiful animal that it has a large enclosure! wonderful picture!!!!

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jocko500

10:47AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

this is super looking

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Shiroyama

11:14AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

magnificent! a world without tigers is unthinkable....

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meowserific

11:37AM | Wed, 02 December 2009

magnificent looking tiger. i could just kiss him right on the side of his furry face. Of course i know better than to try. super fantastic capture.!!!!!

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