Bio 4801

Conservation Biology

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Introduction to the scientific foundation and real-world practice of conservation biology. Review of ecological concepts and facts constituting scientific basis for biological conservation: habitat requirements, breeding biology, population dynamics, patterns of biodiversity. Survey of historical and current trends relating to species endangerment and extinction. Exploration of interdisciplinary nature of conservation in practice, using case study approach.

    Or to put it another way ...

The course will seek to introduce students to the essential principles of conservation biology, as outlined by the Education Committee of the Society for Conservation Biology.

Dr. Robert L. Curry

Dept. of Biology

Villanova University