FISH 335: Ichthyology

Fish evolution and diversity. Fish morphology and anatomy (internal and external structure and function.). Trophic categories in fishes; diversity in shapes and feeding; modes of reproduction. Fertilization and early development of fishes. Sex differentiation. General characteristics of organismic growth. Sensory system; the structure and function of the lateral line; structure and function of the otolith. Adaptations for swimming and balancing; Feeding categories and adaptations. Fish migration. Methods of studying fish migrations.