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Introduction to Ichthyology Lecture

Offered By: Thomas Evans via YouTube

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Ichthyology Courses Zoology Courses

Course Description

Overview

Dive into the fascinating world of fish biology with this introductory ichthyology lecture. Explore the fundamental concepts of fish classification, evolution, and diversity. Learn to define what constitutes a fish, examine the fish evolutionary tree, and discover intriguing examples that challenge traditional definitions. Investigate the remarkable size range of fish species and their significance in the animal kingdom. Gain insights into the distribution of water on our planet and understand the vast percentage of animal species represented by fish. This 23-minute lecture, presented by Thomas Evans, sets the stage for a deeper exploration of ichthyology, providing a solid foundation for further study in this captivating field of marine science.

Syllabus

INTRODUCTION TO ICHTHYOLOGY
BASED UPON...
ICHTHYOLOGY - THE STUDY OF FISH
WHAT IS A FISH?
TREE OF FISH (MOSTLY)
SARCOPTERYGIANS
STILL A FISH?
HOW ABOUT THIS?
RANGE IN SIZE
WHAT PERCENTAGE ARE "FISH"
SEGWAY TO CHARTS
WATER ON OUR PLANET
PERCENTAGE OF FISH SPECIES
WHERE WE ARE GOING


Taught by

Thomas Evans

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