Description
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 one day per week for two hours.
Area of Investigation Fulfilled: Natural Science
Offered: Spring semester of even numbered years
(Three credit hours)