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FNR 25150 - Ecology And Systematics Of Mammals And Birds |
Credit Hours: 3.00. Introduction to the ecology and systematics of mammals and birds. Discuss the evolutionary adaptations and ecological processes of these vertebrate groups at the individual, population, and community levels. Examine the roles of phylogeny, physiology, morphology, and behavior in influencing organismal responses to the environment. Assess issues related to the conservation of mammals and birds.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Forestry and Natural Resources Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Be familiar with the evolutionary origins of mammals and birds. 2. Know the major taxa of mammals and birds. 3. Be familiar with the behavioral and ecological characteristics of wild mammals and birds. 4. Be familiar with major threats facing wild mammal and bird populations. 5. Gain experience reading and summarizing primary literature on wild mammals and birds. |