BIO-320 Marine Invertebrates: Evolution and Ecology of Marine Animals
This course explores the diverse and fascinating world of marine invertebrates, focusing on their evolutionary history, ecological roles, and adaptations to life in marine environments. Students will study the major phyla of marine invertebrates, including sponges, cnidarians, mollusks, annelids, echinoderms, and arthropods, examining their morphological diversity, life cycles, physiology, and evolutionary relationships.