ENVS 385 Conservation Biology (4 SH)

A study of global biodiversity, its importance, and the environmental, social and economic factors that affect it. Current threats to biodiversity, including species extinction, habitat degradation, invasive species, and over exploitation of natural environments are examined. The class also focuses on efforts to manage and maintain biodiversity, including how human development, culture and social systems impact conservation efforts. Laboratory work will emphasize population ecology and animal and plant survey techniques as well ecological and economic modeling used to make management decisions. Prerequisite: an annual safety training outside of class and BIOL 235 or instructor permission. (Fall 2023)