BIOL5017 Terrestrial Invertebrates (Level 5) (15 credits)
Discover the Hidden World of New Zealand’s Invertebrates
Unlock the secrets of the tiny creatures that shape our ecosystems! In this engaging course, you’ll delve into the fascinating world of insects, starfish, snails, spiders, parasites, and more. Gain insights into their evolution, biology, and ecological roles through hands-on fieldwork, laboratory investigations, and interactive classroom discussions.
Content includes:
- How invertebrates evolved into such diverse forms
- How they communicate, breathe, and feed
- Their unique life cycles and behaviours
- Essential services they provide to our environment
- Investigate and identify the unique invertebrates found in New Zealand
Practical component:
- Field sampling of invertebrates in their natural habitats
- Insect identification workshops
- Insect pinning
- Two engaging dissection labs to study invertebrate anatomy up close