BI 307 - Vertebrate Biology

Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Credit Hours: 4

This course explores the evolutionary origins,diversity, and important aspects of the behavior and ecology of extant vertebrates, including: fish, amphibians, mammals, reptiles and birds. The laboratory portion of the course uses field trips and laboratory exercises to provide hands-on experiences with vertebrates in their natural habitats, with emphasis on species in Virginia. Prerequisite(s): BI 101 and BI 102 or BI 111, BI 112 and BI 113