BIOL-327

Herpetology is the study of amphibians and reptiles. In this course, taxonomy, life history, behavior, physiology, ecology, etc., of frogs, salamander, turtles, lizards, snakes, crocodiles, and others will be presented in the context of the evolutionary history of this diverse assemblage of vertebrates. In the course of the semester, students will prepare an essay on a herpetological topic of their choice. Three lectures per week with optional lab (Biol 337). Fulfills the Ecology/Evolution major requirement. Prerequisite: Biol 112. Co-requisite: Biol 327