Observation Sheet Animal Behavior

							ACTIVITY: 3037C

OBSERVATION PAPER



Compose a short essay describing the behavioral observations you made. The essay
should be 1-2 pages, typed and double-spaced.

Discuss the behavior you observed. Why do you think the animals responded the way
they did? What made them display this certain behavior? Describe any other interesting
things you observed regarding the environment or any other relevant issues.

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Date___________

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                                    Observation Sheet

                                     Animal Behavior

You will be observing a live animal to look for behavior that was discussed in class.
Please record all your observations on this observation sheet. Fill in all the blanks and be
as specific as possible.

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Time of Day__________ Location of Observation _______________

Species and Breed of Animal Observed_____________________________

Special Conditions (unusual location, extreme weather conditions, etc.)

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Observations (Please be as detailed as possible)

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       (You may use the back of the worksheet if additional space is needed)