1.First, tiger cubs in the wild usually spend up to two years with their moms. Tigers in captivity, however, are often prematurely separated from their mothers.
2.In adulthood, tigers are solitary animals, and being around throngs of people can be stressful.
3.Stress, lack of space, and the inability to perform "normal" behaviors in captivity can all contribute to stereotypies, or repetitive behaviors, such as pacing back and forth.
