Insect Behavior and Natural History

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Credits 3. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours. Broadly introduce the study of insect behavior with particular emphasis on hands-on activities in documenting the natural history of insects via field observations as well as conducting behavioral experiments using live insects; exposure to various types of insect behaviors such as feeding, defense, communication, and mating; learn how scientists have investigated these behaviors by discussing current and classic literature; learn theoretical and practical approaches involved in behavioral research in preparation to design and carry out individual research. Prerequisites: One semester of introductory entomology or equivalent, or approval of instructor; graduate classification.