BIO 535 - Insect Taxonomy

This course provides students with an understanding of insect diversity and classification. Lectures will discuss systematics, nomenclature, biology and evolutionary history of insect groups. Labs will cover the key taxonomic characteristics of northeastern insect orders and families, collection methods, and curation techniques. Outdoor labs and an insect collection will be required.

Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 326 or permission of the instructor.

Credits: 4