Snakes, particularly pythons, are not known to typically prey on adult tigers. This is primarily due to the fact that tigers are much larger and powerful animals, making them difficult to be engulfed by a snake. Pythons are constrictors, and while they are capable of swallowing large prey, their size and anatomy have limitations.
In nature, snakes have specific diets that are well-suited to their size and capabilities. They typically feed on smaller mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. These prey items are more manageable for snakes to catch, constrict, and consume. Tigers, on the other hand, are significantly larger and stronger than the typical prey of snakes.
Although snakes may not actively seek out adult tigers as prey, there have been rare instances where snakes have attacked tigers. These situations usually occur when the snake feels threatened or cornered, and it perceives the tiger as a potential threat. In such cases, the snake may defend itself by biting or constricting the tiger. However, these instances are extremely rare and generally not a regular occurrence.
It is important to note that the natural habitats of snakes and tigers are different, and their interactions in the wild are relatively uncommon. Tigers primarily inhabit forests and grasslands, while snakes are often found in various habitats such as forests, deserts, and wetlands. Therefore, the chances of a snake encountering a tiger in the wild are relatively low.
In my personal experience as a wildlife enthusiast, I have never come across any documented cases of snakes preying on adult tigers. Snakes tend to target prey that is more suitable to their size and capabilities. However, I have heard anecdotes of snakes defending themselves against tigers or other large predators when they feel threatened.
While snakes, particularly pythons, do not typically prey on adult tigers due to their size and capabilities, there have been rare instances of snakes attacking tigers when they feel threatened. However, these occurrences are highly uncommon, and the chances of a snake actively seeking out an adult tiger as prey are extremely low.