BIOL 3372K:Aquatic Biodiversity

2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 3370 and BIOL 3370L or permission of the instructor.
This course is an introduction to the major plant and animal taxa found in aquatic ecosystems. Students will develop field and laboratory identification and collection skills while examining major ecological and biogeographical factors influencing distribution and abundance of aquatic organisms. Notes: A series of three weekend field trips are required.