Meets the following requirements: ES   

This course provides an overview of morphological variation in the vertebrates.  Emphasis is placed on modifications of the general vertebrate body plan in response to the requirements of survival in different habitats and different forms of locomotion.  The class examines possible evolutionary pathways from a presumed aquatic "proto-vertebrate" through  the development and radiation of fish and terrestrial animals and secondarily aquatic species such as the marine mammals.  Students are evaluated on participation in lab and lecture, a number of quizzes, and one term project.  Two lectures/discussion sessions and one lab period per week.

Level: Intermediate.  Prerequisites:  Biology I and II or equivalent.  Offered every other winter.  Class
limit: 15.  Lab fee: $25.  *ES*