Universität Wien

300076 VO Australian Fauna (2015W)

examples of evolution, ecology and biogeography

3.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 30 - Biologie
Moodle

Details

Language: German

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Wednesday 07.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 14.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 21.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 28.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 04.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 11.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 18.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 25.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 02.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 09.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 16.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 13.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 20.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 27.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 3

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Systematic overview of the tetrapods of Australia, including distribution and phylogeny of their major groups, with a focus on the radiation of marsupials. Detailed accounts of ecology and behaviour of selected species, supported by numerous audiovisual documents. Introduction to the climate and landscapes of Australia, and to ecological interactions among animals and between animals and plants. Changes of landscapes and fauna due to human activities.

Assessment and permitted materials

Oral examination

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Knowledge of characteristic animals of Australia, in particular terrestrial vertebrates. Understanding distribution patterns as results of evolutionary history and current climate. Insight in relations of morphology and ecology of animals. Comparison of environmental conditions in the landscapes of Australia and their influence on reproductive biology of animals. Insight into ecological interactions and the consequences of perturbations of ecosystems by the actions of humans.

Examination topics

Lecture course

Reading list

Association in the course directory

MZO W-2, B-WZB, WZB,

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