BIOE 129LBiology of Marine Mammals Laboratory
Covers the basics of marine mammal taxonomy, anatomy, and field methods with an emphasis on local field identification and understanding of local species. Will include field trips to Long Marine Lab, Ano Nuevo, and Monterey Bay.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 20A, BIOE 20B, and BIOE 20C. Must be taken concurrently with BIOE 129.
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Laboratory | Mon 12:00pm–3:00pm | CoastBio 115 | D. Costa | Wait List 27/27 |
| 02 | Laboratory | Tue 2:25pm–5:25pm | CoastBio 115 | D. Costa | Wait List 27/27 |
| 03 | Laboratory | Thu 2:00pm–5:00pm | CoastBio 115 | D. Costa | Closed 26/26 |
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Laboratory | Mon 12:30pm–3:30pm | CoastBio 115 | C. B. Casey | Closed 32/30 |
| 02 | Laboratory | Tue 8:30am–11:30am | CoastBio 115 | C. B. Casey | Open 19/30 |
| 03 | Laboratory | Wed 12:30pm–3:30pm | CoastBio 115 | C. B. Casey | Open 28/30 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Costa | 3.0 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 50% | 15 |
| Caroline Casey | 5.0 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 100% | 3 |
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