BIOL 407 - Conservation Biology

Institution:

Sierra Nevada University - Closed

Subject:

Biological

Description:

Study of the origin and preservation of biological diversity. Conservation biology as a science has emerged due to the human population causing the extinction of species and loss of habitats throughout the biosphere. Topics include the genetics of small populations, extinction processes, introduced species, and habitat fragmentation. Specific case studies such as the spotted owl, the great lakes of Africa and North America, and the California condor are used to illustrate the complex nature of conserving biological diversity.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.sierranevada.edu

Phone Number:

(775) 831-1314

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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