The Evolution of the Tiger

In the next 1,000 years, tigers in Bangladesh’s rainforests may evolve in response to the ongoing effects of climate change. With rising temperatures and increased rainfall, these tigers might develop shorter, denser fur to handle both the heat and the humidity of the dense jungle. They may also evolve to become more adept at navigating flooded areas as the rising sea levels impact the region. Their hunting habits might change as prey species shift in response to environmental changes, forcing tigers to adapt their diet and hunting strategies. Tigers may become more solitary to avoid competition, or they might alter their territory size in response to changes in available habitat. Additionally, increased storms and deforestation might push tigers to adapt to more fragmented environments, requiring them to travel greater distances between isolated forest patches to survive.