BIO 50-444 - Invertebrate Ecology

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Southwestern University

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Description:

This class explores the amazing diversity found across marine, terrestrial and aquatic habitats. The lecture component involves taxonomic descriptors of different groups, but more specifically focuses on the ecology of these organisms through critical reading of the primary literature. Through the semester, the course confronts topics that impact many invertebrates, such as exotic species, habitat degradation, chemical communication, predator-prey interactions and competition. In weekly lab sessions, special emphasis is placed on conducting experiments, learning to identify organisms, and investigating the role of aquatic insects in ponds and streams through field work. Prerequisite: Biology 50-204 or 222. Biology 50-434 is recommended but not required. (Spring: Organismal Biology) (NSL)

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.southwestern.edu

Phone Number:

(512) 863-6511

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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