Advances in Conservation Physiology

Graduate

This course will draw on theory from behavioral and physiological ecology as it applies to understanding how animals respond to human-induced environmental change. For example, birds in urban environments and fish in high- boat traffic waters are faced with anthropogenic noise that masks reproductive signals. What behavioral and/or physiological mechanisms are employed to deal with this altered environment? Students will be expected to delve into the current, primary literature to explore the responses of animals at the individual level and the consequences of these responses at the population level. PREREQUISITE: Admission to a graduate program in Science or permission of the instructor HOURS OF CREDIT: 3 NOTE: Responsibility for this course rests with the Department of Biology.