BI 417 - Biology of Whales

Institution:

Stonehill College

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Description:

Three Credits Spring Semester Biology and natural history of cetaceans, emphasizing whales and dolphins of the western North Atlantic. Evolution, anatomy, behavior, field identification, the history of whaling and contemporary conservation problems. One evening each week, in Boston, plus weekend field trips. (Marine Studies Consortium course. Limited space. Apply through Prof. Tyrrell.) Prerequisite: BI 101-102 and two upper-level biology courses.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stonehill.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 565-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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