CBES 633 - Biodiversity

Institution:

University of Hawaii at Hilo

Subject:

Trop Conserv Biol & EnvironSci

Description:

This lecture and discussion course will examine the primary theories and evidence for the origin and maintenance of species richness in hyper-diverse communities, using tropical rainforests and/or coral reefs as model systems. Topics will include historical biogeography, speciation, coevolution, neutral vs. non-neutral models for the maintenance of species richness, and biodiversity conservation. Methodological approaches will also be discussed.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hilo.hawaii.edu

Phone Number:

(808) 974-7311

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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