ANTH 419 - Lemurs and Lorises

Description:
An overview of the evolution, ecology, and behavior of lemurs and lorises living in wild and captive settings. Meets anthropology subfield Biological Anthropology (B). Course will be offered on odd numbered years (Winter).

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Examine the physical morphology, geographic distributions, and evolutionary histories of lemurs and lorises.
Compare/contrast the ecological and social aspects of lemur and loris species and examine how ecology, sociality, and behavior are interrelated.
Organize and summarize the current research on the biology, behavior, ecology, and evolution of lemurs and lorises.
Evaluate the conservation status of endangered lemurs and lorises.Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
5/04/17