Emphasis is on the adaptations of wild animals to their natural habitats. Laboratory will include field trips. The causes, origins, and evolution of animal behavior emphasizing field observations and experiments on the behavior of a variety of animal groups. The analysis of development of chordate organ systems accompanied by laboratory work dealing with the frog, chick, and pig. The form and function of chordates accompanied by laboratory work dealing with a selected series of chordates.
Laboratory emphasizes field work and independent projects.
ZOO 4404C Integrated Marine Biology. ZOO 4435 Comparative Biology of Birds and Mammals. An examination of birds and mammals to determine common features and limitations associated with warm-bloodedness. ZOO 4473C Avian Biology. The basic biological characteristics of birds, which, as exceptionally unique flying vertebrates, are confronted with a spectrum of problems in terms of anatomy, physiology, behavior, migration, and population ecology.