

 | The tiger symbolizes power, mystery, and intelligence. Its striped coat serves as camouflage, while patterns on its forehead symbolize the Chinese mark of wang, meaning king. Regarded as the undisputed ruler of its domain, the "King of the Forest," has influenced Asian village life for centuries. It is said that in mythical times a deal was struck between tigers and humans so that each would respect the other’s territory.
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