4.00 Credits
An introduction to the principles of animal behavior that considers the influences of genetics, ecology, physiology, and evolutionary history on behavior. Topics include communication, reproductive strategies, social interactions, foraging, defense, migration, habitat selection, and learning. Three lectures and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 105 and 106, or instructor's consent. Nominal fee. This course is a service-learning course and may require additional time commitment outside of class. Students are responsible for any additional costs necessary to complete the service.