BIO 321 - Herpetology: Biology of Amphibians and Reptiles

Course Units: 1

(Fall; Pytel) An introduction to the study of amphibians and reptiles, both extremely diverse groups. Topics will include structural and functional characteristics, reproductive adaptations, and evolutionary relationships both within the Amphibia and Reptilia groups and among other vertebrate groups. Special emphasis will be given to local fauna. Students must be available for one evening and one Saturday field trip. Prerequisite(s): BIO 110 (102) and BIO 112 (101) or permission of the instructor.