Parkanos
Parkanos are a fictional species featured in the science fiction novel "A Fire Upon the Deep" by Vernor Vinge. They are a quadrupedal, pack-hunting species native to the Tines' world. Parkanos are characterized by their large size, imposing musculature, and the prominent bony plates that cover their backs, which serve as armor and likely contribute to their intimidating appearance.
Socially, Parkanos exist in a complex hierarchical structure within their packs. They are depicted as intelligent
In "A Fire Upon the Deep," the Parkanos play a significant role as a formidable and sometimes