Behavior Analysis of Sumatran tiger (Panthera tigris sumatrae, Pocock, 1929) in Taman Rimba Zoo Jambi

Abstract

The Sumatran tiger (Panthera tigris sumatrae) is an endemic animal on the island of Sumatra that is nearing extinction. Ex-situ conservation efforts such as at zoos have an important role in preserving and increasing populations through breeding and maintenance programs. Habitat changes can cause changes in daily behavior patterns because they have different habitat characteristics. The purpose of this study was to determine the habitat characteristics and daily behavior of Sumatran tigers in the Taman Rimba Zoo Jambi. This research was conducted for 12 hours / day starting at 7:00 to 19:00. There are two female Sumatran tigers used as objects in this study. The description of ex-situ habitat characteristics is done through direct observation and literature reference as a comparison. Daily behavior of Sumatran tigers includes eating behavior, resting behavior, social behavior, and others. Ex-situ habitat characteristics generally have similarities with their natural habitat to meet the basic needs of tigers. The results of recording daily behavior in the parent and cubs have a value with a percentage of feeding behavior (2.2% and 2.92%), resting behavior (87.92 and 85.97 %%), social behavior (3.43% and 4.05%), and others (6.43% and 7.06%).