Biology 175 - Ecology of Tropical Forests

Institution:

Moravian University

Subject:

Description:

Introduction to the ecology of neotropical forests with emphasis on the Amazon Basin. Examines the structure of tropical forests, their evolutionary history, and factors that contribute to biological diversity. Geological history of the Amazon Basin, seasonality, forest and river types, forest structure, speciation and biodiversity, epiphyte communities, gap dynamics, and ecological succession. Special attention is given to the adaptive strategies of plants and animals and to examples of mutualistic interactions. Includes a required excursion to the upper Amazon in Peru or Bolivia. During the excursion students conduct fi eld research projects, and meet indigenous peoples. May Term, alternate years. (F4) Bevington

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.moravian.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 861-1360

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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