They are totally dependent on the mother until 18 months or so, and may stay in her range to 2.5 years. All surviving subspecies are endangered. Habitat is being destroyed which is required for prey and consequently tigers. The tiger's hind legs are longer than forelegs for powerful leaping. During the hot season, Sumatran tigers spend much of the day resting near streams, and often lie or stand in the water to keep cool.
Tigers attack prey from side or rear at close range.
When prey weigh more than half as much as the tiger, the throat bite is used, and death is most likely caused by suffocation. The tiger usually commences feeding on the rump of its prey.