FOR 210 - Terrestrial Vertebrate Identification and Natural History

Course Description: Reviews principles used for locating, observing, and identifying terrestrial vertebrates, with an emphasis on using morphological characteristics in concert with behaviors and vegetation associations. Emphasis on taxonomic relationships and traits used for identifying species within each terrestrial vertebrate group (i.e., birds, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals). Gains experience in species identification under field conditions and explores the relationship between animals and their environments.

Preferred Skillset: ability to ID birds by sight (and preferably sound) under field conditions.

**Students interested in this position should contact Dr. Jim Rivers for additional details.