BI 242 Basic Ornithology
An introduction to the biology of birds for the general student. Topics include the characteristics of Aves, characteristics of the major bird families, bird identification, evolutionary history, classification methods, structural and physiological adaptations, feathers and molting, communication, migration, navigation, reproduction and parenting, population distribution and conservation. Lecture and lab including field observations and dissection. No prerequisite is required. Lecture two hours per week and laboratory two hours per week.
Offered
Spring Even Years