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Siberian Tiger - close up with Jacobson's organ which is an auxiliary olfactory sense organ to detect female in heat
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Siberian Tiger - close up with Jacobson's organ which is an auxiliary olfactory sense organ to detect female in heat
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Siberian Tiger - close up with Jacobson's organ which is an auxiliary olfactory sense organ to detect female in heat
Panthera tigris altaica
M. Watson
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Siberian Tiger's Jacobson's Organ: A Key to Detection of Females in Heat This close-up photograph showcases the powerful and intriguing features of a Siberian Tiger (Panthera tigris altaica). The image highlights the tiger's impressive mouth, adorned with sharp, formidable teeth, and its unique Jacobson's organ, an auxiliary olfactory sense organ located at the roof of its mouth. Jacobson's organ, also known as the vomeronasal organ, plays a crucial role in the tiger's life. It enables the animal to detect chemical signals, primarily pheromones, released by females during estrus, signaling their readiness to mate. This organ enhances the tiger's ability to locate potential mates, ensuring the continuation of their species. The Siberian Tiger, the largest subspecies of the tiger, is an endangered and rare mammal, native to the cold forests of Russia and northeastern China. With its striking orange coat, black vertical stripes, and piercing blue eyes, this magnificent creature is a symbol of strength and beauty in the wild. This photograph, taken by M. Watson from Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment, is a testament to the intricacies of nature and the wonders that lie hidden within the animal kingdom. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving these magnificent creatures and their habitats for future generations to marvel at their beauty and admire their unique adaptations.
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