The liger is a hybrid offspring of a male lion (Panthera leo) and a female tiger (Panthera tigris). It is the largest known extant feline hybrid. Ligers are larger than both of their parent species. Male ligers typically weigh between 360 and 380 kg, while females typically weigh between 270 and 280 kg. They can reach a length of up to 3.6 m, and stand 1.2 m high at the shoulder. Ligers have spotted or striped coats that are typically orange or tawny in color. They have large heads and broad muzzles, and their tails are typically shorter than those of lions and tigers.
Ligers are not found in the wild, and are instead bred in captivity. They are often kept in zoos and circuses, where they are a popular tourist attraction. Ligers are also sometimes kept as pets, although they can be dangerous and unpredictable.
Ligers are not recognized as a distinct species by the scientific community, as they are not capable of reproducing. Male ligers are usually sterile, and while female ligers are sometimes fertile, they rarely produce offspring.