Universität Wien

300435 VO Animal biogeography (2024S)

Principles of animal biogeography

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

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Language: German

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Monday 04.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.005, Ebene 0
  • Monday 11.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.005, Ebene 0
  • Monday 18.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.005, Ebene 0
  • Monday 08.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.005, Ebene 0
  • Monday 15.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.005, Ebene 0
  • Monday 22.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.005, Ebene 0
  • Monday 29.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.005, Ebene 0
  • Monday 06.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.005, Ebene 0
  • Monday 13.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.005, Ebene 0
  • Monday 27.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.005, Ebene 0
  • Monday 03.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.005, Ebene 0
  • Monday 10.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.005, Ebene 0

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Aims, contents and method of the course

The introductory part starts by defining basic terms and introducing the basic questions and concepts of biogeography. The principal abiotic and biotic parameters for the distribution and limits of dispersal of animals are presented. The aspects of global vegetation patterns, plate tectonics and glacial periods with respect to animal distribution and dispersal receive special emphasis. The major zoogeographical units of the terrestrial biota are defined by their characteristic fauna and their boundaries (e.g. the Wallace line). Similarly, the most important marine and limnic zoogeographic regions are treated. Special focus in this context is put on European rivers and the biogeographic history of the Mediterranean. The methodological part deals with the principals of panbiogeography and cladistic biogeography. Finally, applied aspects are discussed, such as species invasions and the impact of zoogeographical research on conservation issues.
Learning objectives: Knowledge of regional and global distribution patterns of animals and their geographical, ecological and evolutionary basis; knowledge of the zoogeographic regions of the earth; knowledge of fundamental terms.

Assessment and permitted materials

Written final exam

No auxiliary means allowed.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Grades:

Sehr gut: 89-100% of the maximum of achieveable points
Gut: 76-88% of the maximum of achieveable points
Befriedigend: 63-75% of the maximum of achieveable points
Genügend: 50-62% of the maximum of achieveable points
Nicht Genügend: < 50% of the maximum of achieveable points

Examination topics

Content of lectures

Reading list

Literature recommendations will be given during the course .

Association in the course directory

MZO1, UF MA BU 01, UF MA BU 04

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