May 23, 2025  
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BIO 481 Natural History of Vertebrates


A survey of vertebrates, emphasizing their adaptations and their natural history. Laboratory work will stress the taxonomic classification, identification and distribution of local and other forms. Fieldwork will emphasize accurate observation and permanent recording of original data on local species.

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

Prerequisites - BIO 140 with a “C” or higher  or BIO 310 with a “C” or higher  or BIO 315 with a “C” or higher  
Other Restrictions -
Restriction by Major -
Restriction by Class - Undergraduate standing

Keywords: biology , zoology  
Often cross-Listed with:   
Equivalent Courses: ZOOL 310, BIO 581
Updates: Change to prerequisite 12/2021, effective Fall 2022; Change to credit hours 1/2018, effective Fall 2018; Course Rotation updated 1/2018; Course Rotation added 8/2014; Change to prerequisite 7/2014, effective Summer 2015


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