Tigers make a variety of different sounds. Find out what the science is behind the vocalization of chuffing. | Big Cat Rescue

Some have asked what is chuffing. Chuffing is the bouncing of the jowles. When they chuff, it typically means they want to mate (Winston also chuffs when he's excited and falls asleep). As you can see, he is slowly giving up. He is chuffing and digging here trying to do his thing. But after telling him no many times and repositioning his opened mouth to do his deed, he started giving up. Just a couple more weeks of this I think. He usually stops in June. Winston can't have a mate because he's a

“Chuffing” is a distinctive vocalization of tigers, characterized by its friendly and non-threatening tone. Produced by exhaling air through the nostrils while keeping the mouth closed, this soft puffing sound serves as a means of communication in positive social contexts. It is often used as a greeting between tigers, strengthening bonds between a mother and her cubs, between mates, or during peaceful interactions with familiar individuals. Unlike roaring, which is often associated with dominan