We have learnt many lessons in school about the majestic Royal Bengal tiger that it is the national animal of India and Bangladesh and it is an endangered species. But looking at the present state of our ecosystem and dwindling numbers of the big cats in question, did one know that thriving of tigers signified of a healthy ecosystem?

It is not only about the Royal Bengal tiger, but about all other breeds of tigers found across the world. And this is the significance of observing International Tiger Day on July 29 every year, taking the pledge and necessary steps for conserving the cats for a better, well-balanced ecosystem.