Introduction to the science of animal behavior with emphasis on the evolution and adaptive nature of behavior. A comparative experimental approach is used to illustrate topics such as the development, control, and organization of behavior, foraging, predation, mate choice, mating systems, parental care, communication, and social behavior.

Antirequisite(s): Psychology 3221F/G.

Prerequisite(s): One of the following: Biology 2244A/B, Statistical Sciences 2244A/B, the former Psychology 2810. Pre-or Corequisite(s): Biology 2483A/B.

Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.