Celebrated annually on July 29, International Tiger Day aims to raise awareness about the endangered status of tigers and promote conservation efforts.
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This year's theme focuses on organizing events, competitions, and programs to highlight the urgent threats to tiger conservation and the need for collective action.
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Established in 2010 at the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit, the day draws attention to the drastic decline in tiger populations and the importance of conservation.
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The TX2 goal, created by 13 tiger range countries, aims to double the wild tiger population by 2022, emphasizing international cooperation in conservation efforts.
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The day highlights the need to protect tigers from threats such as poaching, habitat loss, human-tiger conflict, and illegal wildlife trade.
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Efforts include expanding protected areas, promoting sustainable livelihoods for local communities, and maintaining sufficient forest ranges in tiger habitats.
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As apex predators, tigers help control prey populations and maintain the natural order of forests, contributing to ecosystem balance.
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Tigers are known as "Umbrella Species" because their conservation benefits many other species that share their habitat.
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The international community is urged to intensify efforts for wildlife protection and support measures that ensure the survival and thriving of tiger populations.