QuickCheck: Is it true that tigers have stripes under their fur?

They say a tiger cannot change its stripes. Perhaps it's because its stripes go all the way down past its fur.

FROM Malaysia's coat of arms to logos such as that of the police, national car, bank and even our national football team, tigers symbolise bravery, power and strength.

From their behaviour, abilities and appearance, everything about these fierce but endangered big cats is magnificent - especially their iconic striped fur.