BIOL 450 - Ichthyology: The Biology Of Fishes

Units: 4
Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 200
Description: This course will survey the diversity of living and fossil fishes. Fishes are the largest and most diverse group of vertebrate animals. Aspects of the ecology, physiology and evolutionary history of these animals will be examined. Extensive human interactions with fishes and particularly conservation issues will be highlighted. Emphasis will be placed on the identification and biology of California coastal and inland species. Field trips will be required.
Lab Fee $40
Graded: Letter Grade