BIOHOPK 173H/273H. Marine Conservation Biology:

The science of preserving marine diversity. Goal is to introduce students to major conservation issues associated with marine ecosystems. Topics include decline of open ocean fisheries, salmon conservation, by catch issues in fisheries, use of marine reserves, marine invasions, marine pollution, and global warming. Course will include five guest lectures from other universities who specialize in marine conservation. 1-3 units. Palumbi