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White Tiger at Pool


White Tiger at Pool
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Copyright: Murray Lines (MLINES) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2061 W: 173 N: 2130] (9529)
Genre: Lieux
Média: Couleur
Date de prise de vue: 2007-04
Catégories: Nature
Appareil photographique: Canon EOS 400D, Canon 70-300mm F4-5.6 IS USM, UV filtrer
Versions: version originale
Thème(s): Singapore Zoological Gardens, White Tigers, Lions & Tigers, My favorite photos (1) (Gatti Matti) [view contributor(s)]
Date de soumission: 2007-04-16 23:46
Vue: 23062
Favoris: 1 [voir]
Points: 20
[Ligne directrice - Note] Note du photographe
This is one of three white tigers at the Singapore Zoo. It was the most placid of these wonderful animal.

In the wild, Bengal White Tigers are found exclusively within South Asia, notably in India. Although Bengal tigers make up 60% of the world’s wild tiger population, individuals with white coats are indeed very rare. Only one White Tiger exists out of every 10,000 normal orange-coloured tigers.

White Tigers are often mistaken for albinos, which are completely white with pink eyes. The unusual white coloration is a result of gene mutation – a permanent change in the gene controlling the coat coloration and the change can be passed on from one generation to another. The mutated gene is a recessive gene, meaning two such genes are needed to produce the white coloration. Both white and normal orange-coloured cubs can be found in a litter.

The majestic tigers are a symbol of strength and power to many. Yet today, their survival hangs in the balance. Of the eight tiger subspecies, three are now extinct and the remaining five are critically endangered.

Despite greater awareness and concerted efforts to protect the tiger, their numbers are fast decreasing. Rapid deforestation has resulted in the destruction of the tigers’ habitat as well as the depletion of their prey. Killing of tigers for their body parts is another reason for the decline in their population.

A report published by the World Wildlife Fund highlighted the possible extinction of tigers within a decade if inadequate conservation measures are taken to protect the tigers. This means that the majestic big cat might disappear from the face of the Earth within our lifetime!
www.zoo.com.sg/spotlight/whitetiger.htm
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  • siolaw Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3937 W: 394 N: 6879] (23541)
  • [2007-04-16 23:54]
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Hi Murray,
Well framed white tiger, he seems so quiet, he almost looks as a statue! , even though the light seems to have been weak you sti;; got some good colors here...
Laurent

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  • ChrisJ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 8651 W: 916 N: 11692] (58701)
  • [2007-04-17 0:25]

Hi Murray

Good graphism & sharpness, although the highlights are slightly oe. Well composed, with a natural looking pose by the white tiger. Tfs!

Nice shot Murray;

The White Tigers are my favorite of the big cats, hence me starting a White Tigers theme (which I've added your shots too). You framed this shot well with the cat being off centre. A little bit of overexposure with the white fur- but I found that to be quite common when photographing them.

All the best,
- Dan

Murray this tiger look tame but I imagine if provoked he would be lethal. Very interesting color for a tiger. Your picture shows a very nice setting with an excellent subject. Colours and sharpness are well rendered. Nice work Murray.

Roberto

Wow, wonderful! What a gorgeous tiger!
Strong,powerful,quiet but only seemingly.
Valerka

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  • jhm Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 12929 W: 275 N: 17688] (71163)
  • [2007-04-17 3:29]
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Hi Murray,

Again a wonderful image of this White Tiger, absolutely a wonderful animal, you took the Tiger with both eyes this is very important, and lovely for looking.

Best regards,
John.

Hi Murray,

A nice photo of the withe tiger near the water, the photo has a good composition, DOF and nice colors. Have a nice day.

Pierre

Hi Murray, What a brilliant full shot of this magnificent beast, it is an awesom animal, the white balance is excellent & he stands out proud against his lush green surroundings, superb focus & TFS his beauty, kind regards Wilson.

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  • Uhu Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 562 W: 0 N: 1238] (5564)
  • [2007-04-18 16:00]

Great photo of one of most beautiful beasts in the world! Looks like a big cat whom he really is.

Wonderful shot, Murray!
I love that unbelievable contrast between the white of the tiger and the lush green around him. The color is extraordinary and so are the details. That cat is such a contrast it almost doesn't look real. Great shot!! Kindest regards,
Shelly

One of the truly sad statistics regarding tigers is that those intolerable and selfish Americans have more tigers in their "back gardens" than there are in the wild... eeeuuuuugh!

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