A survey of the animal kingdom and animal-like protists from an evolutionary perspective. Major lines of evolution will be traced as characteristics of each animal group are compared and contrasted. The taxonomy, diversity, anatomy, physiology, behavior and ecology of all major animal phyla will be studied along with several minor phyla with an emphasis on the functional anatomy of each group. Laboratory skills will include developing a facility with manipulation of wet mount and prepared slides and dissections under the microscope and dissecting microscope.
Prerequisites: Either Previous High School Biology class, BIOL 1406, or BIOL 1408 is strongly recommended
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