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Oct 13, 2024
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BIOL 345 - Vertebrate Natural History This is a comparative study of vertebrate diversity. Topics include the origin and evolution of vertebrates, phylogeny, classification, the relationship between form and function, and an introduction to unique evolutionary adaptations (morphological, behavioral, and physiological) of different vertebrate groups. Ecology and life history strategies of representative members of each group are explored. Laboratory sessions emphasize morphology, identification and natural history of local fauna. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 and BIOL 102 Credits: 4 hours (Spring of even years)
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