BIO 364 - Birds and the Environment

Institution:

Hastings College

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Description:

Th e study and appreciation of birds has been a lifelong hobby and passion of many, but also provides some of the most impressive examples of biological adaptation (Darwin's fi nches), environmental issues (Silent Spring) and extraordinary behavior (migration). Ornithology is the scientifi c study of birds including their anatomy, evolution, behavior, and species identifi cation. Th is class will also focus on environmental impacts of habitat destruction, pollution, and global warming on this most unique order of vertebrates. Saturday morning fi eld trips and labs will provide students with skill in identifi cation as well as reasons and opportunities to be active in bird conservation. Satisfi es L.A.P. for life science with lab. Spring, even-numbered years.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hastings.edu

Phone Number:

(402) 463-2402

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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