Conservation experts believe that tiger numbers have increased because the police are controlling national parks better, and because there is now better management of tiger habitats in Nepal, where forests cover 29% of the land. But they say Nepal must do more to protect the habitat and animals that tigers eat so the big cats have enough space to move around and food to eat. The number of tigers has increased but attacks on villagers have increased, too. Seven people were killed in attacks by tigers around national parks in 2012 compared to four in 2011, park officials said. Villagers also want better protection.
According to conservation experts, what is one reason for the increase in the tiger population in Nepal?
Better management of areas where tigers live Forests now cover 29% of the land in tiger habitats Fewer attacks by villagers More severe punishments for tiger hunting