Apr 15, 2026  
Undergraduate College Catalog 2024-2025 
    
Undergraduate College Catalog 2024-2025 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

BIO 230 - Biology of Sharks and Rays


In this course, we will explore the diversity of elasmobranch fishes (sharks, skates, and rays), in terms of evolution, phylogeny, physiology, biomechanics, behavior, and ecology. We will also look at the relationship between humans and elasmobranch fishes and current conservation issues. The course will include at least one field trip and some in-class laboratory activities.

Prerequisites
BIO 114 Introduction to the Biological Sciences  

Credits 4



Notes
There is a lab associated with this course.

Area
Natural Science 

Division
Natural Science 

Compass Attributes
Natural Science