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514639-FS2026-0-Insect Ecology & Systematics





Root number 514639
Semester FS2026
Type of course Block Course
Allocation to subject Ecology and Evolution
Type of exam not defined
Title Insect Ecology & Systematics
Description Explore the most diverse group of organisms on Earth—insects! This immersive block course blends ecology and systematics with hands-on fieldwork and collaborative research to examine the world of entomology in the context of rapid global change.

Hands-on Learning
• Gain practical skills in insect collection and sampling techniques
• Learn to identify common insect groups based on key morphological traits
• Participate in a full-day field excursion to practice field-based entomology
• Evaluate different trapping methods for their effectiveness and specificity

Research in Action
• Collaborate in small groups to study an insect group of your choice
• Identify your collected specimens to the family, genus, or species level
• Present your findings and co-author a group report based on your research

Why Take This Course?
This course offers a unique opportunity to combine lectures, expert insights, and real-world research. Ideal for students interested in biodiversity, conservation, and evolutionary biology, the course provides practical experience in insect systematics and ecology—key skills for future field biologists and ecologists.
ILIAS-Link (Learning resource for course) Registrations are transmitted from CTS to ILIAS (no admission in ILIAS possible). ILIAS
Link to another web site
Lecturers Prof. Dr. Madhav Thakur, Institute of Ecology and Evolution (IEE) ✉
Dr. Manuela Sann, Institute of Ecology and Evolution (IEE) ✉
ECTS 2
Recognition as optional course possible Yes
Grading 1 to 6
 
Dates Tuesday 09:15-16:00 Weekly
Wednesday 09:15-16:00 Weekly
Thursday 09:15-16:00 Weekly
 
Rooms Seminarraum D110, Ökologie und Evolution
 
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