Ichthyology encompasses the study of fishes. Topics of this course will include the anatomy, elements of physiology, behavior and ecology and systematics of the most common fishes of the Mediterranean. Identification of specimens will familiarize students with the main species of fishes in the Mediterranean.
Specifically, the course will cover the following topics:
1) Morphological features of fish;
2) Anatomy and elements of physiology and systematics of Cyclostomata (lampreys and hagfish);
3) Anatomy and elements of physiology and systematics of Chondrichthyes (sharks and rays);
4) Anatomy and elements of physiology and systematics of Osteichthyes (bony fish).