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BIO 594 Biology Field Experience: Marine Ecosystems


This class provides students with a field-based learning environment outside of Michigan. During this trip, we will have many opportunities to observe and identify some of the invertebrates found in the Caribbean. Activities will include snorkeling and hiking opportunities in different aquatic and terrestrial habitats. Assignments will include a shell collection and invertebrate photo identifications. Students will learn about the marine, shoreline and aquatic communities as well as the identification of local flora and fauna, especially the invertebrates.

Often cross-listed with BIO 494 

Credit 2 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Winter (odd yrs. In-person)

Prerequisites -
Restriction by Major -
Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing

Department Permission is required

Equivalent Course(s) - BIO 494
Course History -
New Course 4/2020, effective Fall 2020


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