Apr 19, 2024  
2017-2018 HillBook (Class of 2021) 
    
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BIO 418 - Biology of Fishes

Four Credits
Spring Semester

Evolution, systematics, anatomy, physiology, and behavior of freshwater and anadromous fishes. Predator/prey relationships, host/symbiont interactions, roles of fishes as herbivores. Inter-/intraspecific relationships among fish populations. One evening each week, in Boston, plus weekend field trips.

Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): BIO 101 , BIO 102  and two upper-level biology courses.
Note: Marine Studies Consortium course. Students should apply through Prof. Burkholder.