Course Details
Country:
Costa Rica
Institution:
Universidad Veritas
Course Title:
Marine Mammals of Costa Rica: Biology for Conservation
Course Number:
ENV 3200
Course Description:
This course is an introduction to the biology of marine mammals of Costa Rica, including whales,
dolphins, manatees, fur seals and sea lions. Topics covered include the evolution, physiology,
behavior, and ecology of marine mammals. Particular attention is paid to current topics in the
management and conservation of cetaceans (whales and dolphins) in Costa Rica within marine
protected areas or with local coastal communities. Fieldwork will focus on basic ecological monitoring techniques and primary care on marine mammals’ stranding.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
BIOL 454 + BIOL 455
Attachment Files:
ENV 3200 Marine Mammals of Costa Rica syllabus 2018.pdf
