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Tiger Behavior

Tiger Subspecies

Subspecies Differences

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Tiger Parts: Stomach

Ancient Chinese medical texts recommended tiger stomachs as a treatment to calm upset stomachs in people. Although modern Chinese medicine does not recommend tiger stomachs, many Chinese still believe in their medicinal value. These beliefs are deeply embedded in Chinese culture and cannot be changed quickly or easily.

What other parts of the tiger sell for a lot of money?

Tiger parts

Skin | Eyeballs | Bones | Whiskers | Stomach | Brain

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