Since 2017, IUCN has recognized two tiger subspecies, commonly referred to as the continental tiger and the Sunda island tiger. All remaining island tigers are found only in Sumatra, with tigers in Java and Bali now extinct. These are popularly known as Sumatran tigers.

WWF works on tiger conservation in 22 landscapes across Asia. These are diverse places and home to millions of people, as well as a diverse array of wildlife. Out of the 22 landscapes, eight are restoration landscapes where WWF is supporting governments, partners, and communities to return tigers back to where they once roamed.

WWF works to secure the large areas of habitat continental tigers need to survive in the long-term. WWF has been instrumental in securing tiger habitat in countries like Bhutan, China, and Russia. The protected habitat includes officially protected areas and conservation leases that help secure a continuous landscape for tigers.

Tigers are a conservation dependent species whose populations continue to be threatened by poaching driven by an illegal international demand for tiger parts and products, depletion of tiger prey, habitat loss, and conflict with people.

WWF is dedicated to achieving the ambitious global goal of 6,000+ wild tigers. To make that a reality, we need to protect, restore, and connect tiger habitat, end the illegal wildlife trade—including improving law enforcement and eliminating tiger farms—reduce demand for tiger products, and help tigers and local communities safely coexist.

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Wild tigers are found only in Asia, the most densely populated continent on Earth. Ensuring harmonious co-existence of people and wildlife is key to achieving our goal of doubling tigers by 2022. Connected landscapes are necessary for tigers to roam free and meet new mates.

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2023年4月21日 · As we begin the next 12 years of tiger conservation work up to 2034, the next Year of the Tiger in the lunar calendar, we’re focused on more than just increasing tiger numbers. We’re determined to address the interconnected threats of habitat loss and human-tiger conflict that threaten their future.

This 2022 WWF report outlines incredible opportunities for boosting nature recovery by expanding wild tigers’ range. While current tiger range has shrunk by around 95% over the past hundred years, there is potential to more than double its current size.