Mar 28, 2026  
2025-2026 Graduate Studies Bulletin 
    
2025-2026 Graduate Studies Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]

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BIOL 257 - Biology of Birds


Semester Hours: 4
Periodically

This course covers the biology of birds, including evolution, systematics, physiology, and behavior.  The laboratory portion emphasizes learning about the birds of Long Island and study of bird biology in the field. Occasional Saturday field trips occur.

Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
An undergraduate course in ecology and evolution, or permission of instructor. May not be taken on a Pass/Fail basis. Credit for this course or BIO 108, not both. Lab fee additional. (Formerly, BIO 217)


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