BIO-385: Natural History of Vertebrates

Department
Credits 3.00
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Instructional Method
Lecture
This course describes the anatomy, behavior, ecology and evolution of vertebrates. Topics to be treated include social and reproductive behavior, defensive adaptations, and mechanisms of homing and migration. The conservation biology of each of the vertebrate classes also is discussed. Field trips to museums, zoos and other relevant facilities within the Baltimore/ Washington area are scheduled.