Field Studies in Biology

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Class Hours: var Credits: 1-4 Restriction: Instructor permission required. Description: Explores the rich diversity and ecology of the flora and fauna that inhabit specialized regions of Pennsylvania, the United States, or other countries through various specialized field courses instructed by biology faculty. Emphasizes ecology, behavior, and natural history of organisms in their natural surroundings. Develops a broader understanding of biodiversity conservation, climate change, and sustainable development threats and solutions. Locations may vary; themes may include tropical biodiversity and sustainability, ecology of islands and coastal systems, ecology of tropical montane forests, tropical herpetology, Appalachian biodiversity, and others. Must meet travel and living expenses. Repeated: May be taken more than once for credit and grade if content is different.