Wildlife 422 – Management of Mammals

Course Description:

This course examines the biological basis of management policy and management practices for mammalian wildlife. Course includes identification, life histories, harvest, endangered species management, depredation, exotic and introduced animals, habitat attributes, laws and regulations, wildlife policy and politics (especially California) of terrestrial mammals. 3 units. Required field trip.

Prerequisites:

Wildlife techniques
Principals of Wildlife Management

Required Text:

None.

Course requirements:

This course requires field trips (points assigned), a course project, paper, and presentation.