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Home » News » Archives » Year of the Tiger

News Release

Year of the Tiger

23 February 2010

2010 is the Year of the Tiger in the Chinese calendar, a zodiac sign associated with power, passion and courage, yet these majestic animals remain under threat from human activity.

The BBC Wildlife Finder collection of video clips highlights the Tiger's plight while celebrating the beauty and majesty of one of the world's great predators.

Note: The video below may not work outside the United Kingdom.

 

Links:

  • BBC Wildlife Finder Collection: Year of the Tiger
  • Red List Fact Sheet for the Tiger
  • IUCN SSC Cat Specialist Group
  • ZSL Tiger conservation projects across Asia
  • WWF Tiger conservation projects
  • Born Free Tiger conservation projects

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