Tigers are the largest species of big cats with their bright orange and black striped body making them easily recognizable. They have sharp claws for hunting and a body built for strength, with males weighing up to 660 pounds and females typically smaller. Tigers can be found in different habitats across Asia, from Russia's cold, snowy forests to the mangrove swamps of the Sundarbans. They are mostly solitary animals, marking large areas as their territories.