Vertebrate Laboratory

The Laboratory of Zoology of Vertebrate Animals was founded in 1943. 

At the core of the studies are the ecology of mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians, fauna and the effects of various factors on them, and the development of methods for the protection of species and habitats. The laboratory’s group of paleontologists conducts scientific research in social paleontology, Holocene theriofauna, osteology and morphology of mammals and birds. Zoological and paleontological collections are made. Laboratory employees are involved in the registration of game species, the determination of hunting measures and dates, and the studies of conflicts between different animal species with humans. Breeding of rare and endangered species in captivity is also carried out. 

Head of the lab: k.g.t. Mamikon Ghasabyan