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ZO 317 Primate Ecology and Evolution
A comprehensive survey of the behavior, evolution, and ecology of nonhuman primates. Special emphasis will be placed in the evolution of cognitive abilities, social systems, and behavioral patterns that are unique to primates, including the evolution of language. Topics include primate taxonomy, evolution of the extant primates, geographic distribution, social behavior, reproductive behavior and strategies, parental behavior, communication, and cognitive. Classes will consist of interactive lectures, films, and class discussions.
Prerequisite: C- or better in µþ±õ°¿Ìý181 & µþ±õ°¿Ìý183, and one of the following courses: ´¡±·°ÕÌý251, BIO 212, µþ±õ°¿Ìý240, µþ±õ°¿Ìý245, BIO 250, BIO/PB 330, BIO 350, BIO/±ÊµþÌý360, BIO 410 , BIO 422, µþ±õ°¿Ìý424, or µþ±õ°¿Ìý488
Typically offered in Spring only