Thermoregulatory mechanisms are explored. Analysis of organ system physiology in whole animal survival is emphasized. Three credit hours. This course is an exploration of taxonomy and biological characteristics of fish, including their anatomy and physiology, life history, ecology and distribution. The relationship of fishes to man will be examined.
Special emphasis is placed on the identification and life history of native New York fauna.
Four credit hours. This course is an exploration of the taxonomy and biological characteristics of reptiles and amphibians, including their anatomy and physiology, life history, ecology and distribution. The relationship of herptile to man will be examined. Special emphasis is placed on the identification and life history of native New York fauna. Four credit hours.