You can find the definition of a Jayhawk in our March Blog archives. Remember, a Jayhawk is not a real bird, but an amalgam of a Blue Jay and a Sparrow Hawk. A rather formidable creature if it ever did hatch into existence.
Tigers are the largest of all the wild cats. There are 6 recognized sub-species and they roam throughout Asia. Tigers are an apex predator; there is no more dominant animal in their environment. They prefer large game, such as buffalo, elk and boar. Although they can leap higher than any other cat, save the American Mountain Lion, tigers do not hunt birds. They do, however, kill an average of 50 people a year.
What does all this mean for the National Championship? Besides it promising to be a wonderful game, I really can't say. How do we at the Jungle Store want it to turn out? I'll answer by leaving you with another interesting animal fact. The Tiger's saliva contains natural antiseptics. All the better to lick its wounds with.
Thanks to KennKiser and Morgue File for the photo.
2 comments:
Tigers are such fascinating creatures! As a side note, they're also critically endangered. Here's a link to the the Save The Tiger Fund website: CLICK ME. You can find out more about tigers, their status as an endangered species, and how to help!
Good thing tigers have healing properties in their saliva...they'll need it tonight!!! I'd like more information about the Jayhawk...it is a one-of-a-kind bird, for sure! :)
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