For anyone travelling to India to see the magnificent Panthera tigris in the wild, the more information gleaned before leaving for a Tiger tour, the more fulfilling the experience will be.
While on a Tiger tour in the Indian subcontinent, the safari trips into the jungle will take place first thing in the morning or late into the afternoon, when the light is dim and dusky and the animals are most active. This is partly due to the fact that this is the coolest part of the day, but also because the Tiger can take advantage of its incredible eyesight, which serves it brilliantly even in the lowest of light. These big cats are supreme hunters and their incredible sense of sight is six times stronger than our own.
How Whiskers Help
The big cats use their sense of touch and sight in conjunction with each other when it comes to hunting at night. The ies.
Photoreceptors
Eye function and ability is controlled by photoreceptors, of which there are two types. One type is sensitive to different colours while the other picks up on and reacts to light and dark. A Tiger
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Cats have a rather prominent horizontal streak, known as the all planes rather than a highly focused area.
Reflective Retinal Layer
The big cat
The Third Eyelid
Like the human eye, the eyelid of the big cat covers and protects the eyeball but, unlike ours, they (along with several other animals) have a third eyelid, which is opaque and provides an extra layer of protection. This additional layer, called the
Panthera tigris is magnificently well adapted to its environment, which is another reason being able to observe it in the wild is such a joy and a privilege. A well organised Tiger tour with a reputable and eco-friendly operator is the safest and most effective way to enjoy this memorable, once in a lifetime experience.