"Country that's home to the majority of the world's wild tigers" - NYT Mini Answer

Answer

INDIA

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Clue Analysis

Clue: "Country that's home to the majority of the world's wild tigers"
Position: 7 Across
Length: 5 letters
Answer: INDIA

Tiger Population Facts

India is indeed home to approximately 70% of the world's wild tiger population, making it the undisputed tiger capital of the world.

Current Statistics:

• India: ~2,600-3,000 tigers
• Global population: ~4,000 tigers
• India's share: 70-75%
• 50+ tiger reserves

Other Tiger Countries:

• China: ~50 tigers
• Russia: ~400-500 tigers
• Bangladesh: ~100-120 tigers
• Nepal: ~200-250 tigers

Why India dominates tiger conservation

India's success in tiger conservation is due to several factors including dedicated reserves, government initiatives, and favorable habitat conditions.

Project Tiger (1973)

India's flagship conservation program that established tiger reserves and protection protocols.

Diverse Habitats

From the Sundarbans mangroves to Central Indian forests, India offers varied tiger habitats.

Conservation Success

Tiger population has increased from 1,411 in 2006 to over 2,600 in recent counts.

Famous Indian Tiger Reserves

Ranthambore National Park

Rajasthan - Famous for tiger sightings and photography

Bandhavgarh National Park

Madhya Pradesh - Highest tiger density in India

Sundarbans National Park

West Bengal - Unique mangrove tiger habitat

Kanha National Park

Madhya Pradesh - Inspiration for Jungle Book

Jim Corbett National Park

Uttarakhand - India's first national park

Tadoba National Park

Maharashtra - Growing tiger population

Conservation Challenges

Despite success, India faces ongoing challenges in tiger conservation:

Human-Wildlife Conflict

Expanding human settlements encroach on tiger territories, leading to conflicts.

Poaching Threats

Illegal hunting for tiger parts remains a significant threat despite protection efforts.

Crossword Connection

This clue tests geographical and wildlife knowledge. INDIA appears frequently in crosswords with various clues:

• "Asian democracy"

• "Bollywood's home"

• "Taj Mahal's country"

• "Subcontinent nation"

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