Life of Pi Animal Behavior
TOBI:
In his book the “Life of Pi” by Yann Martell, the author makes multiple references to animal behavior. Through this project we have researched each of the four animals: the zebra, Orangutan, Hyena, and the Tiger on their lifestyles and behavior. In order to write this book Yann Martel explained that he had to do a lot of research on zoo biology and animal psychology. In addition he spent 6 months doing research in India, where he visited every single zoo he could find in southern India. We will analyze the description of the animals in the book, to show you how the author provides a realistic representation of how these animals live, act and interact. COLA:
GENERAL INFORMATION: Zebra, Oranguan, Hyena, Tiger
Firstly we started off by researching some interesting facts about each of the animals
The Zebra:
Zebras belong to the Equidae family (the family of horse-like animals) which are native to Africa in the eastern, southern and southwesten regions. The Equidae family: large/medium mamals with the following characteristics: with long heads, and necks with Mohawk like manes (hair that grows from the neck). Zebras are generally 8ft long and are 4-5ft tall at shoulder length. They weigh around 650lbs. Zebras are best known for their white and black stripes. There are 3 species of Zebras: Plain Zebras (known as the common Zebra), Grevy’s Zebra (known as the imperial zebra), and Mountain Zebra.
Zebras are found in different habitats mainly: grasslands, savannas, woodlands, mountains and costal hills. Zebra have never truly been domesticated animals however some still appear in zoos and other exhibitions.
Behavior in the wild: the zebra are very social animasl who congregate in large groups and travel together. The stronger males have the role of protecting the group from predators. A kick from a Zebra’s hove is deadly and they are extremely courageous and are known to fight off predators.
DANI:
The Orangutan:
Orangutans belong to the great apes
In his book the “Life of Pi” by Yann Martell, the author makes multiple references to animal behavior. Through this project we have researched each of the four animals: the zebra, Orangutan, Hyena, and the Tiger on their lifestyles and behavior. In order to write this book Yann Martel explained that he had to do a lot of research on zoo biology and animal psychology. In addition he spent 6 months doing research in India, where he visited every single zoo he could find in southern India. We will analyze the description of the animals in the book, to show you how the author provides a realistic representation of how these animals live, act and interact. COLA:
GENERAL INFORMATION: Zebra, Oranguan, Hyena, Tiger
Firstly we started off by researching some interesting facts about each of the animals
The Zebra:
Zebras belong to the Equidae family (the family of horse-like animals) which are native to Africa in the eastern, southern and southwesten regions. The Equidae family: large/medium mamals with the following characteristics: with long heads, and necks with Mohawk like manes (hair that grows from the neck). Zebras are generally 8ft long and are 4-5ft tall at shoulder length. They weigh around 650lbs. Zebras are best known for their white and black stripes. There are 3 species of Zebras: Plain Zebras (known as the common Zebra), Grevy’s Zebra (known as the imperial zebra), and Mountain Zebra.
Zebras are found in different habitats mainly: grasslands, savannas, woodlands, mountains and costal hills. Zebra have never truly been domesticated animals however some still appear in zoos and other exhibitions.
Behavior in the wild: the zebra are very social animasl who congregate in large groups and travel together. The stronger males have the role of protecting the group from predators. A kick from a Zebra’s hove is deadly and they are extremely courageous and are known to fight off predators.
DANI:
The Orangutan:
Orangutans belong to the great apes
Bibliography: 3.) “WILDLIFE AFRICA CC ®” , September 09, 2004, ZEBRA URL: http://www.wildlifeafrica.co.za/zebrabehavior.html 7.) Haines-Stiles, Sasha. SparkNote on Life of Pi. 12 Mar. 2008 URL: http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/lifeofpi>