BIOL 4450 - Herpetology

(4) Credit Hours

The biology of amphibians and non-avian reptiles with a strong emphasis on morphology, physiology, diversity, distribution, taxonomy, ecology, evolution and ethology. Laboratory includes problem solving and an in-depth approach to the identification of regional and global diversity as well as dissections, demonstrations and field trips. Lecture 3 hour, laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisites: BIOL 1120 and BIOL 1130 with minimum grades of C, at least one 3000-4000 level course from BIOL or ESC with a minimum grade of C, junior standing; or department head approval. Corequisite: BIOL 4450L or department head approval. Laboratory/studio fee will be assessed.