PSYC 150 - AComparative Animal Behavior in the Tropics

Institution:

Hendrix College

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Description:

An introduction to the diversity of animal species and the adaptive value of animal behavior in tropical environments, with a focus on how humans an dother animals, particularly primates, are equipped for sociality. Observation, hands-on research, and classroom discussion will address how animals in the tropics face various adaptive problems, like finding food, finding mates, caring for offspring, avoiding predators, living with friends, family, and enemies, and interacting with humans. Course is taught during the summer semester in Costa Rica.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hendrix.edu

Phone Number:

(501) 329-6811

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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