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WFS 452Ichthyology

2 credits · Wildlife and Fisheries Science · Penn State

Ichthyology is the study of fishes, the largest and most diverse group of vertebrate animals. This course covers a wide range of topics including systematics, classification, morphology, physiology, behavior, and ecology of fishes. Students will learn the characteristics and natural history of the major groups of fishes and consider conservation and management implications.

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  • Wildlife and Fisheries Science, Minor
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