Here's why:
* Sexual Dimorphism: Many animal species exhibit sexual dimorphism, meaning males and females have different physical characteristics. In tigers, this difference is quite pronounced.
* Size and Strength: Male tigers need to be larger and stronger to compete for mates and territory. They often have larger bodies, longer canines, and heavier skulls than females.
* Hunting Strategies: While both male and female tigers hunt, males may target larger prey due to their size and strength advantage.
While there can be some variation depending on the specific tiger subspecies and individual, in general, male tigers are the bigger of the two genders.