BOT 413 WETLAND ECOLOGY

Community and systems ecology of fresh and saltwater wetlands.  The course explores the variety of wetland organisms and their adaptations for living in wetlands as well as ecosystem processes present in these habitats. Historical development of wetlands, ecological connections with associated aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, and human manipulation and management of wetlands are also considered.

Credits

4

Notes

Two lectures; three hours field or laboratory work.

Cross Listed Courses

This is the same course as BIO 413

Prerequisite

laboratory course at the 200 level or above in BOT or BIO, or permission of instructor

Enrollment Limit

Enrollment limited to 14 students.