FW 331: Ecology of Marine and Estuarine Birds
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Level
Upper Division (UUG)
Term
Summer
Topic
Ecology and Conservation
Marine Organismal Diversity
Engagement Length
Four Weeks
Modality
In-person
Course Overview
Explores the diversity of marine and estuarine birds: their life histories, foraging ecology, and their physiological and behavioral adaptations for the marine environment. Implements field and laboratory experiences to practice ornithological research methods including field observations, species identification, data visualization and interpretation, Discusses conservation concerns for marine and estuarine birds. Introduces topics in oceanography.
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Course Topics
- Morphology and Physiology
- Foraging ecology
- Biogeography
- Introductory Oceanography
Additional Information
Course Fees
- FWFT - $71.00 Flat Fee
Prerequisites
- ((BI 221Z, 221HZ, 221 or 221H) and (BI 222Z, 222HZ, 222 or 222H) and (BI 223Z, 223HZ, 223 or 223H)) or (BI 204, 205 and 206).
- A minimum grade of C- is required in BI 221Z, BI 221HZ, BI 221, BI 221H and BI 204.
- A minimum grade of D- is required in BI 222Z, BI 222HZ, BI 222, BI 222H, BI 223Z, BI 223HZ, BI 223, BI 223H, BI 205 and BI 206.
Class Schedule
- Summer 2026 - Summer Session 2 (4 Weeks)
- June 22 - July 17, 2026
- Meets Tue/Th from 1:00pm - 5:50pm at the Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport, OR.
Registration Restrictions
- Students with a term class standing of Freshman or Sophomore may NOT enroll
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