Catalog Course Description

An advanced course in the biology of mammals. Topics covered include elements of modern mammalian biology such as morphology, physiology, ecology, and behavior. For all topics, the traits that define mammals are emphasized, as is the variation on these themes evident within modern mammalian lineages. Laboratory and field explore the biology of modern mammals. Laboratories use the extensive collections of the Museum of Vertebrate Zoology to introduce students to mammalian diversity in a phylogenetic context.

Spring Term

2 hours of Instructor presentation of course materials per week and 6 hours of Instructional experiences requiring special laboratory equipment and facilities per week and 7 hours of Outside Work Hours per week.

Fall Term

2 hours of Instructor presentation of course materials per week and 6 hours of Instructional experiences requiring special laboratory equipment and facilities per week and 7 hours of Outside Work Hours per week.

173L