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ANTH 159: Primate Behavior, Biology, and Ecology

Units: 4

Explores the behavior and biology of nonhuman primates, emphasizing the adaptive significance of primate social behaviors and anatomical specializations within an ecological context. Students will examine field and laboratory methods used by primatologists. Major themes in primatology addressed in this course may include primate social organizations, diet, locomotion, sex and reproduction, avoiding predation and disease, and nonhuman primate communication.

Course Details
Repeats Allowed for Credit: 0

Normal Letter Grade only

GE Requirements
  • Intellectual Experience: Sustainability

Requisites and Restrictions
Prerequisite Courses: ANTH 005 or ANTH 005H


Instructor Permission Required: No


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