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More than 2000 tigers killed and trafficked this century — report

Article Agency - 21 Aug 2019

With an average of more than 120 illegally trafficked tigers seized each year, Traffic warned there was little sign of respite for the species.

SA’s lion trade endangers big cats abroad, says environment agency

Article Peter Rothpletz - 19 Jul 2017

South Africa’s sanctioned, annual export of 800 lion skeletons directly exacerbates the plight of wild tigers.

Undercover at the wedding of the century – Part 2

Article Shaun De Waal - 28 Apr 2016

How it went avo-shaped: Shaun de Vaal continues to detail his exploits as a spy in the recent big bash in Turkey.

Tiger population on the rise in Nepal

Article Staff Reporter - 31 Jul 2013

Tigers are more numerous in Nepal than at any time since the 1970s, a census has shown, giving conservationists hope that the big cats can be saved.

Fury over ‘tame’ tiger’s finger snack

Article Sapa - 31 May 2012

A father from Rustenburg in North West is considering legal action after a Bengal tiger bit off part of his child's finger.

Nepal scientists scoop poop for tiger database

Article Staff Reporter - 21 Oct 2011

Scientists in Nepal are to build a DNA database of the endangered Bengal tiger by recording a unique genetic fingerprint from each adult's faeces.

Runaway tiger reunited with owner

Article Staff Reporter - 29 Jul 2010

Panjo the tiger was found on Wednesday night after going walkabout for two days.

Search continues for missing tiger

Article Jenni Ogrady - 27 Jul 2010

Panjo the tiger, who reportedly jumped out of his owners' bakkie on Tuesday morning and went walkabout, has caused a stir.

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