Currently, we probably know only 2-10 % of the existing animal and plant species. So far, around 1.8 million species have been described by taxonomists worldwide. These species show an incredible morphological biodiversity. The module's content is to provide a well-founded overview of the systematics and results of integrative taxonomy of selected animal phyla and teach the corresponding methods. In addition to the laboratory methods, field methods are also presented to complement the resulting laboratory approaches. Biodiversity citizen science with its large potential of for science and society is also part of the module.
After completing the module, participants will have a solid overview of special zoology of selected animal taxa and their habitats.
They will be familiar with the most important field and laboratory methods of integrative taxonomy and have insights into professional maintenance of zoological collections.
