Primate Behavior and Ecology
Overview
Subject area
ANTH
Catalog Number
369
Course Title
Primate Behavior and Ecology
Department(s)
Description
Examination of the behavior and ecology of non-human primates-lemurs, lorises, galagos, tarsiers, monkeys, and apes-from a biological and evolutionary perspective. Topics include include feeding ecology, predation, socioecology, sexual selection, kin selection, altruism, dominance, life history, reproduction, mating behavior, reproductive strategies, cognition, social intelligence, and communication. The behavioral ecology of primates will also be compared to that of other mammals as a means of seeing how primates fit into their natural world.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
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