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BIO 582 - Ichthyology


A study of some aspects of the biology, classification, distribution, and evolution of fishes. Attention is given to the morphology, physiology, behavior, natural history and ecology of fishes through work in lecture, laboratory and in the field. Specific experience in the identification of the freshwater fishes of the Great Lakes region is provided in addition to a general survey of some marine fish families. Counts as a taxonomic field course. Cross-listed with   

Credit 4 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall (odd yrs.)

Prerequisites -
Restriction by Major - BIOG , EEOB , or MCBI  
Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing

Equivalent Courses: BIO 482, ZOOL 572
Updates: Change to credit hours and major restriction 1/2018, effective Summer 2018; Course Rotation added 8/2014


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