Viral Pilibhit Tiger Video: Not Play, But Crucial Territorial Marking Revealed!

• A viral video from Pilibhit Tiger Reserve showed a tiger seemingly climbing a tree, sparking public curiosity.
• Wildlife experts, including Pranjali Bhujbal, clarified that this behavior is not play but a vital part of territorial marking.
• Tigers are highly territorial, with males claiming 50-60 sq km, and use trees to leave scent and claw marks.
• This marking communicates to other tigers that the area is occupied, preventing intrusion.
• Tigers spend their lives defending their territory for survival and species propagation.

Why It Matters: Viral tiger video reveals territorial marking, not play, crucial for understanding wildlife behavior.