Splash Biography
KARANN PUTREVU, Cornell Senior studying Biology/BEE
Major: Biological Sciences/BEE College/Employer: Cornell Year of Graduation: 2016 |
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Brief Biographical Sketch:
I was born in Ontario, Canada and I currently live in Wyoming. My professional goal is to work in wild tiger conservation. To this end I will be attending the University of Wisconsin-Madison to study large carnivore population models in the fall. Past Classes(Clicking a class title will bring you to the course's section of the corresponding course catalog)P205: The Deer and the Tiger: The Strategy and Mechanics of How Tigers Stalk and Kill Prey in Splash Spring 2016 (Apr. 23, 2016)
We will discuss videos and accounts of the ways in which tigers stalk, chase, and kill their prey. This will go into basic ecology, biomechanics and anatomy, though no prior knowledge is assumed.
P152: The History, Biology and Politics of wild Tigers in Splash Fall 2015 (Oct. 24, 2015)
A broad overview of the tiger (Panthera tigris), from evolution and life history to current status and future. Special attention will be given to more obscure areas such as specialized hunting techniques for different prey.
P75: The History, Biology and Politics of the wild Tigers in Splash Spring 2015 (Apr. 18, 2015)
A broad overview of the tiger (Panthera tigris), from evolution and life history to current status and future. Special attention will be given to more obscure areas such as specialized hunting techniques for different prey, and conflict with bears, humans, and elephants.
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