Taipan by the Tail

Rom and Zai Whitaker


About Rom and Zai Whitaker

Romulus Earl Whitaker (1943-) is a wildlife conservationist who founded the Madras Snake Park and The Madras Crocodile Bank Trust. In 2005, he won the Whitley Award for outstanding leadership in nature conservation. He used this award to establish the Agumbe Rainforest Research Station in Karnataka, for the study of King Cobras and their habitat. 

Available Answers

  1. 1.

    The writer uses a comparison to help us understand that snakes have their own special spots. What is the comparison?

  2. 2.

    What did the orange streak down the snake's back indicate?

  3. 3.

    Why did Rom keep changing his grip on the snake's tail?

  4. 4.

    Why was the Taipan relieved to see the snake bag?

  5. 5.

    Why does Rom say his leap was truly extraordinary?

  6. 6.

    What two snakes are admired by Rom Whitaker for their intelligence and energy?

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