BIO 31 - Animal Behavior

    Recent Professors
    Gabriel E. Gartner
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B2
    Description
    Explores basic principles of genetics, evolution, ecology, and the scientific method as illustrated in the study of animal behavior. Includes the challenges of growing up, catching food, avoiding predators, migrating, navigating, communicating, making homes, competing for mates, courting, sex, taking care of offspring, and complex social behaviors. May be offered in a distance-learning format. Transfers to CSU; UC, with conditions: No credit if taken after BIO 1B, 9A or 9B.