Spotted: Critically endangered Malayan tiger in Southern Thailand

The Malayan tiger was photographed in Bang Lang National Park, marking the second confirmed sighting there in two years. - Thailand Department of National Park, Wildlife and Plant Conservation

BANGKOK: A rare Malayan tiger has been spotted once again in Thailand’s Bang Lang National Park, marking an exciting second sighting in just two years and a major step forward in the country’s fight to protect the endangered species.

The Malayan tiger, scientifically known as Panthera tigris jacksoni, was captured on camera as part of a long-term wildlife monitoring programme in the park, Thai daily Bangkok Post reported on Sunday (May 4).