BIO 382 Zoo Herpetology & Lab
Taxonomic review of extinct and extant amphibians and reptiles with an emphasis on natural history, evolutionary history, and identification of these animal groups. Special emphasis will be placed on discussing reptile and amphibian captive management strategies, as well as reptile and amphibian conservation efforts in both zoo and wild settings. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week. Restricted to students in Zoo Science and Applied Conservation major. Pre-req: BIO 180, BIO 202, BIO 203, BIO 207.