3 credits

MWF 1030-1120, FSH 107 (in-person, subject to change depending on pandemic phasing)

Instructor: Prof. Thomas Quinn, tquinn@uw.edu

Pre-reqs: NONE but course is restricted to Seniors, Postbacs, Grads only

Flyer text:

(Everything you ever wanted to know about salmon but were afraid to ask!)

Pacific salmon and trout are remarkable fishes. They have long sustained the health and culture of indigenous people from California to Alaska, Russia, and Japan. They currently support important commercial and recreational fisheries, yet in some areas they are in serious jeopardy. This content-rich class covers the biology of these fascinating fishes in freshwater and marine habitats, including their behavior, ecology, evolution, and conservation. Grades are based on an original proposal (draft and revision) and exams.

The instructor, Thomas Quinn, has taught the class for over 30 years, and is dedicated to teaching students from diverse backgrounds.