BIOL 326 Conservation Biology
Earth is filled with a spectacular variety of lifeforms, but loss of the biological diversity is now one of the most rapid forms of environmental change in the modern era. Human domination of ecosystems has significantly altered natural landscapes and the organisms that inhabit them. This course covers the causes and consequences of biodiversity loss, and develops a stewardship perspective to prepare students to understand and influence decision-making processes in Conservation Biology. Students will receive hands-on experience with field research techniques, and multiple field trips to zoos and other conservation areas will allow discussion of current issues in conservation.
Prerequisite
BIOL 112
Corequisite
BIOL 326L
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