BIO 549. Insect Ecology.

Cross listed with: BIO 449
Credits 4.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 013655 Grading Basis GRD

An overview of insect ecology from an evolutionary perspective, focusing on the processes that affect the diversity, distribution and abundance of insects in natural and managed ecosystems. The role of insects as model systems in understanding ecological and evolutionary principles is included, and current literature in the field is highlighted. Field surveys and experiments are emphasized, including general insect collection and identification. Prerequisite(s): Credit may not be earned in both BIO 449 and BIO 549.