Animal Behavior

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A study of the behavior of animals, behavior’s evolutionary origins, physiological, psychological, and ge - netic control. Additionally, the ecological and evolutionary significance of behavior will be discussed. Special consideration will be placed on understanding underlying mechanisms that promote animal behaviors with course topics emphasizing critical thinking and the scientific pro- cess. Individual-based inquiries will focus on observations of recorded and wild animals to reinforce lecture concepts. This course meets con - currently with Biology 4311 but requires additional readings, papers, and discussions for graduate students.