BIOL 0016H

Ecology of the Mendocino Coast

Field study examining the Northern California Coast and its diverse ecological environments. Using the Fort Bragg/Mendocino/Fort Ross areas, investigates the biological relationships found in: the redwood, riparian, pygmy, mixed evergreen and closed-cone pine forests, and the shoreline communities of tidepool, sandy beach, dune, prairie and scrub. Plants, animals, environmental factors and effects of human activities are assessed for each of the ecological communities examined. Hiking may be necessary. Camping and entrance fees may be required. Students may be required to provide their own transportation. (CSU)

Units: 1.0

Hours: 30 (12 lecture, 18 laboratory)