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Zoology Fast Facts
- From Greek words zoion meaning animal and logos meaning knowledge
- Estimated number of animal species on Earth: 3 to 30 millionAbout.com: How many species on earth
- Pronounced: ZOO-ology or ZOH-ology
- Approximately 20,000 Zoologists working in the U.S. (2006) Job Outlook: Biological Scientists
- Some famous zoologists: Charles Darwin, Jane Goodall, Steve Irwin
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What is zoology? Zoology is a subset of biology that studies creatures of the kingdom Animalia. A person who studies zoology is a zoologist. The two main divisions of zoology are vertebrate and invertebrate zoology. There are 21 phyla within the invertebrates, comprising over 95% of the species in the animal kingdom, including all creatures except reptiles, fish, frogs, birds and mammals. http://www.marietta.edu/~mcshaffd/invert/ http://waynesword.palomar.edu/trnov01.htm#animals In the section below you will find the several subsets of zoology that focus on a particular class of animal, including snakes, insects, and invertebrates. In the fast facts section you will find other information; and below there are zoology links, blogs and news sections to help you find out more about this fascinating topic.
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Subsets of Zoology
- Entomology (study of insects)
- Primatology (study of primates)
- Ethology (behavior of animals)
- Ichthyology (study of fish)
- Mammalogy (study of mammals)
- Ornithology (study of birds)
- Herpetology (study of reptiles)
- Parasitology (study of parasites)
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College Zoology Courses
Students who plan to major in zoology need to have a strong scientific background. There is, of course, and introductory zoology class which covers the kingdom Animalia and all of its phyla for a broad familiarization of the subject. It is normal for this degree to have a background in chemistry, with coursework in inorganic, organic and biochemistry (usually for graduate work}. Biology coursework will include a foundation in two semesters of general biology, 2-4 courses in specialty areas of zoology, and genetics. Usually science programs require at least two semesters of calculus, statistics and a course in logic as well. http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/catalogarchive/02-03-catalog/colleges/liberal/zoology.html
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Zoology Questions
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Zoology will be the end of me. How did you like/survive it? 2 AnswersActually, I kinda find the subject fascinating. It's amazing the level of complexity and diversity that occurs in the fauna of this world. Also, I'm a writer,... read more -
Why do almost all mammals have seven cervical vertebrae? 1 Answer"I propose that the lack of variation is caused by developmental constraints: to wit, changes in Hox gene expression, which lead to changes in the number of cer... read more
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Zoology News
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World's smallest seahorse facing extinction in oil spill clean-up
It runs two zoos, including London Zoo, carries out scientific research at the Institute of Zoology, and is involved in field conservation internationally. ... (September 07, 2010)NatGeo News Watch (blog) -
The Elephant Sanctuary in TN getting new CEO
He previously worked at Woburn Safari Park and carried out university-based research in the United Kingdom and Africa completing his Ph.D. in zoology at ... (September 07, 2010)The Tennessean -
1.6 Percent Voter Turnout In Boise School Election
The top vote-getter was Joan Boren (1310 votes) who has a background in zoology and biology and has taught and tutored in the Boise school system. (September 08, 2010)Boise Weekly -
YOUR VIEW: Sanctuary would be no respite for zoo's elephants
He holds a doctorate in zoology from Boston University. We appreciate the empathy and concern shown by people who believe it might benefit Emily and Ruth, ... (September 07, 2010)South Coast Today
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Zoology Blogs
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Graduate Diploma in Zoology « Management
The University of Western Australia faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences is offered Graduate Diploma in Science (Zoology). The Graduate Diploma in Science offers an opportunity for graduates to upgrade or cover their ... <...management.ind.in -
Wild Wednesdays : A Zoology lesson, at the zoo | Myplayschool.net
Cotton top Tamarin We went to the zoo over the weekend, and we're planning to go back there more often since we've gotten membership passes!myplayschool.net -
Inside Nature's Giants, series 2: does Carcharodon bite? [Tetrapod ...
Inside Nature's Giants, series 2: does Carcharodon bite? Earlier this year (in June), Channel 4 television here in the UK broadcast series 2 of Inside.bhbodeezy.com -
Inside Nature's Giants, series 2: does Carcharodon bite ...
On the matter of dissecting sharks, when I did my A-level zoology - (almost 30 years ago now!) - dissecting dogfish was one of the mainstays of the practical sylabus (along, of course, with rats). I recall one Friday afternoon pra...scienceblogs.com
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Zoology Links Powered by Google
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Zoology - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Department of Zoology at Michigan State University
The Department of Zoology offers Graduate and Undergrauate programs in the integrative Study of Animal Biologyzoology.msu.edu
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On Twitter
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Hello peeps I'm in need of invertebrate zoology book so if your attending fau and took that class or know someone that did get at me please
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@skekoa Biochemistry and Zoology. i've been minoring in Zoology but i think i am going to turn it into a major.
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@AlexDyon do you have jackson for zoology?
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Zoology better be hella fast/easy today.
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Hahaaa! RT @Kah_rashawn: Zoology 101...I'm ready to kick your a**!
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