Vertebrate Natural History

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232 focuses on the natural history of the vertebrates: their evolution, classification, anatomy, physiology, ecology, and behavior. We will be covering ichthyology (fish), herpetology (amphibians and reptiles), ornithology (birds), and mammalogy (mammals). Throughout the semester, our focus will be on extant, rather than extinct organisms. Unlike BIO 222 (Vertebrate Zoology), 232 does not have a lab (and thus does not count as a Group B course). We will Zoom for lectures. Prerequisites & Notes Successful completion of BIO 112/114, or ENV 201, or permission of the instructor is required. Not open to students with credit for BIO 222.