BIOL 425 Biology of Fishes

Explores the evolution, biology and ecology of freshwater and marine fishes with a focus on local species. Particular attention will be paid to salmonids in reference to their socio-economic and traditional importance to native peoples of the Pacific Northwest.

Credits

5

Outcomes

1. Describe basic fish anatomy and physiology.
2. Discuss important cultural connections between Salish people and fishes.
3. Identify common marine and freshwater fishes of the Pacific Northwest, especially those with cultural connections.
4. Describe the relationship between fish structure and function.
5. Describe the behavior and ecology of Pacific Northwest salmon.
6. Describe major threats to current and future populations of fishes in the Pacific Northwest.
7. Summarize basic taxonomic classification and evolution of fishes.
8. Demonstrate information literacy skills through gathering and synthesizing information from a variety of resources and databases.
9. Demonstrate knowledge of conservation techniques by participating in a salmon habitat restoration activity.