BI 259 Mammalogy
This course is on the biology of mammals. Students learn about mammal origins and diversification, as well as the orders and families of the mammals alive today. In addition, students explore topics that include the ecology, distribution, morphology, behavior and conservation of mammals throughout the world. Careers relevant to Mammalogy and Mammal Conservation are introduced, as well as the techniques and practices of those fields. Finally, students learn to recognize many of the extant mammal species that live in Connecticut.
Prerequisite
Take BI-112, BI-114 and MA-131 with minimum grade of C, P - Must be completed prior to taking this course.