ANT 4361 - Capstone: Primate Conservation (3) [CAP]

When Offered: Spring. Odd-numbered years.
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
An overview of the effects of human activities on wild nonhuman primate populations, including critical analysis of strategies being employed to ensure the persistence of wild primates in their natural habitats. Students will be introduced to fundamental principles and practices in conservation biology using primate case studies. Specific topics include setting conservation priorities, the roles of in situ and ex situ conservation, human-wildlife conflict, genetic issues and population management, the roles of local, national, and international stakeholders in both creating and ameliorating threats to the persistence of wild primates, and the potential impacts of conservation programs on diverse human communities living in habitat countries.
Students who have previously received credit for ANT 4360 may not enroll in or receive credit for ANT 4361.
Prerequisites: Senior standing, ANT 2215 , ANT 2221 , ANT 2230 , and ANT 3220.