This course will explore the origins and current diversity within Class Mammalia and how humans are working to conserve that biodiversity. We will explore the features of each mammalian order (e.g. bats) that have led to their success or tendency toward decline in the 21st Century, and the approaches used to conserve them. This term course will include at least one weekend trip. These rotating courses address timely and current issues in conservation biology. Different subjects are taught in different terms. Students explore the topic within the field of conservation biology and learn how the principles of conservation biology are applied to the topic and used in conservation on the ground. These courses combine the theoretical knowledge students gain in conservation and wildlife biology and applied work in conservation. May be repeated up to three times for a maximum of 8 credits. Prerequisite: BIO 2020 Ecology
- Teacher: Liesl Erb