10 Biggest Cats in the World, From Large to Extra-Extra Large
Siberian Tiger (Panthera tigris altaica):
– The largest subspecies of tiger, males can weigh up to 660 pounds (300 kg) and measure over 10 feet (3 meters) in length
Liger (Panthera leo × Panthera tigris):
– A hybrid cross between a male lion and a female tiger, ligers can reach impressive sizes, often exceeding both parent species in weight and length
African Lion (Panthera leo):
– Adult male lions can weigh up to 550 pounds (250 kg) and measure around 9 to 10 feet (2.7 to 3 meters) in length, including the tail
Amur Leopard (Panthera pardus orientalis):
– Among the largest leopard subspecies, males can weigh up to 130 pounds (60 kg) and have a length of about 4.5 to 6.2 feet (1.3 to 1.9 meters)
Jaguar (Panthera onca):
– The largest big cat in the Americas, jaguars can weigh up to 250 pounds (113 kg) and measure around 5 to 6 feet (1.5 to 1.8 meters) in length
Lion (Panthera leo):
– Adult females are smaller than males but still large, typically weighing between 265 to 400 pounds (120 to 180 kg) and measuring around 8 to 9 feet (2.4 to 2.7 meters) in length
Tiger (Panthera tigris):
– Apart from the Siberian tiger, other tiger subspecies such as the Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris tigris) can weigh up to 500 pounds (227 kg) and measure around 9 feet (2.7 meters) in length
Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus):
– While not as heavy as other big cats, cheetahs are the fastest land animals and can weigh up to 140 pounds (64 kg) with a body length of about 4 to 5 feet (1.2 to 1.5 meters)