Dec 12, 2025  
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2007-08 
    
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2007-08 [Archived Catalog]

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BIOS 458 - Biology of Amphibians


Evolutionary origin, taxonomy and classification, anatomy physiology, ecology, behavior and genetics of amphibians (caecilians, frogs and toads, salamanders and sirens). Field techniques of safe capture and monitoring for population presence and abundance. Identification of Ohio species and North American genera and families. Field trips are an integral part of this course. 2 lec, 3 lab, and field trips.
Prerequisites: BIOS 330 & JR OR SR & NOT 472

Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken one time excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.



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