In November 2015, a live goat was introduced into a tiger enclosure at a safari park in Russia’s Far East. To everyone’s surprise, an unexpected friendship emerged.

The goat, named Timur, formed a unique bond with a tiger named Amur.

For over a year, they shared their lives, eating and sleeping together until one day, Timur playfully headbutted Amur. In response, Amur grabbed the goat by the neck and tossed him down the hill.

After this incident, they were separated for safety, as the saying goes, “a tiger can’t change its stripes.”

This article answers John Riggs’ email query: “Do tigers ever establish friendships with their prey?”

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