Evolution of Behavior: Animal Behavior

1 Course Unit

The evolution of behavior in animals will be explored using basic genetic and evolutionary principles. Lectures will highlight behavioral principles using a wide range of animal species, both vertebrate and invertebrate. Examples of behavior include the complex economic decisions related to foraging, migratory birds using geomagnetic fields to find breeding grounds, and the decision individuals make to live in groups. Group living has led to the evolution of social behavior and much of the course will focus on group formation, cooperation among kin, mating systems, territoriality and communication. Fall Also Offered As: BIOL 2140, PSYC 2220 Prerequisite: BIOL 1102 OR BIOL 1121 OR PSYC 0001 1 Course Unit