National Animal: Tiger
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The Royal Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris) symbolises strength and grace. Project Tiger, launched in 1973, made India home to most of the world's wild tigers.
- The All India Tiger Estimation 2022 counted an average of 3,682 tigers, about three-quarters of the world's wild tigers.
- India has over 50 tiger reserves, managed with the National Tiger Conservation Authority.