Animal Ark A Sancuary for Life
Tiger

Animal Picture Shere Khan

Common Name: Asian Tiger
Scientific Name: Panthera tigris
Gender: Male
Birth Date: August 1993
History: Shere Khan is a mixture of the Bengal and Sumatran subspecies.  He was born in captivity and sold as a kitten with his littermates for use in a television commercial.  Shere and his sister, Taja, were not chosen for the film work.  Later that year they were donated to Animal Ark for exhibit and educational purposes.  Tigers are an endangered species.  Outside of protected areas, they are quickly disappearing. The decline in tiger population is directly related to poaching and habitat destruction by humans. Sadly, Taja passed away in November of 2009. While at Animal Ark, Shere Khan continues to serve as an ambassador for tigers in the wild.

 
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Operating Hours
Open Tuesday – Sunday
From 10:00 - 4:30
April 1 to October 31

We are also open Mondays for: Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Animal Ark is closed during the winter; however we do try to open for one weekend depending on weather. This is a great opportunity to view the animals in their winter coats. Check our calendar or email us at info@animalark.org for more information.

From Reno: Take US 395 North to Red Rock Road (Exit 78). Turn right and drive 11.5 miles to Deerlodge Road. Turn right on Deerlodge Road, drive 1 mile and turn right into signed driveway.

It is advised to call ahead if there is any concern over inclement weather.

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Regular Admission Prices:
$8.00 Adults
$6.00 Seniors - Ages 60 and above.
$6.00 children age 3-12
2 and under are free.

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