ANTH 412 - Monkeys of the Neotropics

Description:
An overview of Neotropical monkey evolution, ecology, and behavior in wild and captive settings. Focuses on species ranging in Mexico, Central America, and South America. Meets anthropology subfield Biological Anthropology (B). Course will be offered on even numbered years (Spring).

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Examine the physical morphology, geographic distributions, and evolutionary histories of primates living in Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Compare/contrast the ecological and social aspects of Neotropical primate species and examine how ecology, sociality, and behavior are interrelated.
Organize and summarize the current research on Neotropical primate biology, behavior, ecology, and evolution.
Evaluate the human-primate relationship in the wild and captivity, the issues that accompany field research and maintaining captive populations, and the resulting effects of both on primate conservation.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
11/2/17