Top 10 Deadliest Big Cats of All Time

Across America, Europe, Asia, and Africa, all over the world, here are the top ten deadliest members of this amazing family. The big cats!

The Top Ten

Bengal Tiger

Ya know? Muscle-wise, the Bengal tiger is the strongest tiger, even if the Siberian tiger is larger. And definitely VERY DANGEROUS!
Tigers have to be stronger than lions. They hunt on their own and keep up their strength. Lions don't, they have their females do that.
Did you know Bengal tigers regularly climb the straightest and tallest trees faster than leopards? Betcha didn't know that!
So they exercise a lot and maintain their strength.
And guys, a Bengal tiger's diet has a wide variety:
1. Large deer
2. Rabbits
3. Pythons
4. Sloth bears
5. Baby elephants (adults too, though rarely)
6. Baby rhinos (adults too, though rarely)
7. Panthers
8. Wolves
9. Foxes
10. Crocodiles
Tigers are capable of killing almost any animal in the world. TIGERS RULE!
Lion

The lion (Panthera leo) is a large cat in the genus Panthera, native to sub-Saharan Africa and a single isolated population in western India. It has a muscular, broad-chested body, a short rounded head, round ears, and a hairy tuft at the end of its tail. Adult males are larger than females and have... read more

Coming in second only to the tiger, lions are no pushover. From birth, the male lion is destined to fight for his life, chased out of his pride by the dominant male (usually his father) or those that take over (which means he'll leave much earlier).
The females do most of the hunting, and most people might call the males lazy, but keep in mind that when a rival male comes along and defeats the dominant male, he will kill all cubs, so the male has to be fit for the fight. Comparing it to the tiger, I'll admit the bigger cat has a slight advantage in terms of size, power, bite force, etc. The lion would come out on top in speed and its roar. In a fight, the odds are in the tiger's favor, although there have been too few recorded fights between the two cats to really establish a sure winner. Basically, the sample is too small. Also, consider the lion's role in prides. It might be an unfair fight, but hey, what is?
Now to why I voted for the lion. First, let me say I love all the cats, but this one just comes out on top for me. You can't say majesty and royalty without talking about this feline. It has this regal appearance, and boy, does he act like it. A harem of queens ready to feed you and walking on the savanna plains like he owns them.
Let us not forget the bigger picture here. We might squabble about which is the better feline, but we're destroying their habitats and endangering these beautiful animals. I suggest you find out what small role you can play to ensure that they survive and remain the cats we love them for!
Siberian Tiger

The Siberian tiger, also known as the Amur tiger, is a tiger population primarily inhabiting the Sikhote-Alin mountain region in the Russian Far East. A smaller population also exists in the southwest Primorye Province. It is the largest extant tiger subspecies and one of the most endangered.

I see all fans and regular people voting and putting in their opinions in the comments. It makes me laugh how ignorant they are and how they don't know the simple truth with solid information.
Firstly, not only is the tiger, especially the Siberian tiger, the largest big cat, but it's also the strongest. Their strength is far greater than that of a lion. Second, people say tigers avoid fights, but that's because tigers are solitary animals. If they get injured in a fight, even if they win, they'd struggle to survive because they can't hunt. Social lions, on the other hand, have others to help. Since male lions are responsible for protecting territory, not hunting (which is why most people like lions), they take on any animal. It's their duty. If they get injured, the females hunt and take care of them.
Tigers are more aggressive by nature. Now, comparing the strength of 7 African lions to 1 Bengal tiger (not even the Siberian tiger), let's look at this example. There was a case where 7 lions (5 females, 2 males) attacked a full-grown Cape buffalo. They were biting and trying to kill the buffalo, which struggled to survive. Eventually, the buffalo called out to its herd for help, and when they charged, the lions ran off. The lions could've killed the buffalo, but it took so long.
Meanwhile, it's been reported that a male Bengal tiger killed a full-grown male gaur, which is much bigger than a Cape buffalo, and he did it alone. That's the strength difference. Now imagine a Siberian tiger. Don't even ask.
Tigers are also good swimmers and climbers, while lions lack both and have thinner skin. In many real-life cases (not YouTube videos), it's been reported that tigers have killed lions multiple times. Lions typically attack with one paw swipe, while tigers stand on their hind legs and strike with both paws like a boxer. Tigers and lions both have 3-inch claws, but lions have 3-inch canines, while tigers have 4-inch canines.... read more
Jaguar

The jaguar (Panthera onca) is a large cat species and the only living member of the genus Panthera that is native to the Americas. It is the largest cat in the Americas and the third largest cat species in the world, behind only tigers and lions.... read more

I 100% love jaguars! They're my favorite. But they can be very tough and really territorial!
They weren't not long ago, but they are these days. They will kill you when guarding their cubs or when kept in zoos. They're so aggressive and fierce, they can fight and kill spectacled bears, caimans, cougars, and snakes. They can do the same to us. Yikes!
They kill their prey or enemies by cracking the skull. If that doesn't work, they bite the throat and scratch the body so hard it makes the blood come out. Nasty! Jaguars are deadly. Because they're a little bit endangered, stay away from this deadly nightmare OR DIE!

If you see the sentence that starts out with "I 100% love jaguars!", you should vote for it. The jaguar is the most feared predator in South America. It can crack the skull of a deer or wild boar and can do the same to us. Eek! Their temper is very nasty. They're better than leopards because they're bigger, stronger, heavier, and deadlier than leopards (even lions and tigers, and all the other cats on this list).
Here are some reasons why the jaguar is the deadliest cat in the world:
1. He has a very scary temper.
2. He would attack people who want to take his skin.
3. He could fight animals that are twice his size.
4. He got his name from the Indian word "jaguara," which means "beast that kills in a single bound."
Liger

The liger is a hybrid cross between a male lion and a female tiger, or tigress. Ligers typically grow larger than either parent species and exhibit traits from both. These hybrids are rare and are usually found in captivity due to their differing natural habitats.

The liger is a big, big cat (bigger than a tiger or lion), but it is not as deadly as other wild cats. As a hybrid, it has many medical disorders and lacks the ability for true-born hunting since it was not born in the wild. I could imagine that if it were born wild, it would be ferocious, but the only area where that could happen is in a small forest in western India. However, the lion species there (the Asiatic lion) is much smaller, and the tiger would probably kill it.
Although this is the case, still don't put your guard down if you see this big cat.

A mixture of both top deadliest cats only makes a more improved cat that is much more stealthy and has a much larger size. The sheer weight of a lion, the stealth of a tiger, and the power they both have creates a bound strong enough to snap the neck of unfortunate prey in an instant.
With the fangs of a lion, the claws of a tiger, and the intelligence of both, this truly is a top predator.
African Leopard

The leopard is one of the five "big cats" in the genus Panthera. It is among the most adaptable and widespread big cats due to its camouflaged fur, opportunistic hunting behavior, broad diet, and the strength to carry heavy carcasses into trees.... read more

The black panther is the most dominant and deadly big cat out of any. They are very intelligent and are virtually invisible at night when they hunt. This is due to their dark black fur. They are the best climbers and can ambush prey from the trees. They have very powerful jaws and razor-sharp teeth as well as nails. They are fast, aggressive, and very agile.
They can adapt to any climate in the world, such as jungles, swamps, rainforests, mountains, deserts, and more. They are nicknamed ghosts of the forests. They are primarily solitary animals and are very protective when it comes to their territory. Panthers fear nothing and are rarely preyed on by other species, and that is only due to an invasion of their privacy or territory.
From these facts, I conclude that the panther is the dominant big cat. The only other cat that can take its place is the Bengal tiger.
Snow Leopard

The snow leopard (Panthera uncia), also known as the ounce, is a felid in the genus Panthera native to the mountain ranges of Central and South Asia. It is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List because the global population is estimated to number fewer than 10,000 mature individuals and is expected... read more

Another type of leopard on the list, not quite as dangerous as the critically endangered Amur leopard but still deadly. These are quite endangered.

They are also good at camouflage, and it is a useful ability to hunt prey. They are almost invisible in the mountains.

They live in the remote mountains of China and Mongolia. They are not that dangerous, especially to humans.
Cougar

The cougar, also known as the mountain lion, puma, panther, or catamount, is a large felid of the subfamily Felinae native to the Americas. It is the second-heaviest cat in the Western Hemisphere, after the jaguar. Cougars have one of the largest ranges of any wild terrestrial mammal, extending from... read more

Cougars are specifically known for pouncing from above in the mountains, usually landing on your back and biting your neck. From there, well, I think it likes a human buffet.
However, we must compare its size and strength to that of lions and leopards. When you think about it, it doesn't stand a chance.

Mountain lions live literally within the city limits in several areas of western North America, including Los Angeles and San Francisco. This makes them incredibly dangerous to small children and pets.
Amur Leopard

The Amur leopard is a critically endangered subspecies found in the Russian Far East and parts of China. Only a few dozen individuals remain in the wild. It is recognized for its distinctive pale, spotted coat and is a solitary animal that primarily preys on deer and small mammals.

If you live in Asia, don't worry too much because these are the third (almost second) most endangered animals in the world. With only just over 100 left, you would be lucky to find one. That is much more endangered than the tiger. There are still about two and a half thousand tigers left.

I think they are the most dangerous cats on the planet. Even though they are endangered, they still have the same right to earn a top place. I read online and even saw a picture that an Amur leopard had killed 15 birds, 5 wild cats, and 2 humans, and was trying to make it a third.
Smilodon

Smilodon was a saber-toothed cat that lived in North and South America between approximately 1.5 million and 10,000 years ago. It had a short tail, as well as powerful legs and forelimbs that helped it bring down large prey. The animal was about 7.2 feet, or 2.2 meters, from nose to tail.... read more

Smilodons themselves are by far deadlier than lions and tigers. I mean, for Pete's sake, they have fangs!
However, I think deadly means killing humans and similar things (please correct me if I'm wrong). If that's the case, then the Smilodon is extinct, so it didn't kill any humans.

Smilodon! How can you not say it's the deadliest cat that ever lived? I mean, HELLO! Teeth up to 11 inches long. One bite from this creature and you're dead. Smilodon chow.

Smilodon, or sabertooth cats, are the largest cats I know. Also, I think they have some of the biggest carnivore teeth ever!

The Newcomers

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Tiliger
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American Cheetah

The Contenders

Cheetah

The cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is a large cat native to Africa and central Iran. It is the fastest land animal, capable of reaching speeds between 80 and 128 km/h (50 to 80 mph), with the fastest reliably recorded speeds being 93 and 98 km/h (58 and 61 mph). The cheetah has adaptations for speed, including... read more

These guys are not as strong, so they are not too deadly. I read in a book that these cuties do not have a fight response when they notice a human from a safe distance. More of these awesome cats are tamed. But I respect others' opinions, so no hating.

Can you people cut the cheetah some slack? They are not built for fighting, they are built for running. Anyway, they are more incredible than all the big cats combined.

No, no, no! People, seriously. Cheetahs are actually mostly harmless to humans! They don't attack people unless directly threatened. They're hardly dangerous at all.
Sumatran Tiger

The Sumatran tiger is a critically endangered subspecies of tiger that is native to the Indonesian island of Sumatra. It is the smallest living tiger subspecies and is known for its thick, dark stripes and bearded appearance. Its diet primarily includes deer, wild boar, and other large terrestrial mammals... read more

The 3rd biggest tiger.
2. Bengal tiger
1. Siberian tiger
They are very powerful and strong cats.
Cave Lion

The cave lion, scientifically named Panthera spelaea, was an extinct species of lion that once lived across Eurasia during the Pleistocene epoch. Fossils and ancient cave art have provided insight into its size and behavior.... read more
Liliger
Tigon

A Tigon is a hybrid animal resulting from the crossbreeding of a male tiger and a female lion. It inherits traits from both parent species, such as striping from the tiger and a smaller mane from the lion. Tigons are generally smaller than ligers and are usually sterile, which is common among big cat... read more

They are awesome! They are the babies of a lion and a tiger!
Jaglion

A hybrid between a jaguar and a lion. A very, VERY strong cat.
Clouded Leopard

Native to the foothills of the Himalayas and parts of China and Southeast Asia, the clouded leopard is known for its distinctive cloud-shaped spots. It is an agile climber and spends much of its time in trees. The clouded leopard preys on a variety of animals, including small mammals, birds, and reptiles... read more

Funny thing, they just look cute but are very dangerous.
American Lion

Wait, wait, how can it be ranked lower than a lion? And someone wrote they didn't know there were lions in America. It's not a true lion.

I didn't know that there is a lion that lived in America.

Otherwise known as the mountain lion, cougar, or puma.
Malayan Tiger
Ngandong Tiger

It's the biggest tiger ever to live! It's even bigger than the Siberian tiger, but it's extinct.
Giant Cheetah
Javan Tiger
Sunda Clouded Leopard
Caspian Tiger
South China Tiger