Emphasis on Texas species. Field trips required. Emphasis on non-game species of mammals. Hunting license required. Field trips required.
Laboratory exercises emphasize culture techniques and identification of bacteria.
A study of the cellular basis of life, principles of inheritance and principles of evolution. Study of the biological and physical factors which influence the present and historical distribution patterns of plants and animals. Recognition, distribution and importance of game birds, mammals and fish of the United States. Principles of management of wildlife resources. The commercial freshwater fishery and fur industry.