You At The Zoo - Variety is Valuable
Special | 4m 36s
Biodiversity and the variety of life
In this video seventh grade students learn about biodiversity and the variety of life contributing to over ten million animal species on the planet. Students then learn about diverse animal body plans by taking a closer look at the unique inhabitants of the Florida wetlands. The You at the Zoo team wraps up by investigating where manatees are more likely to spend more time.
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You At The Zoo - Variety is Valuable
Special | 4m 36s
In this video seventh grade students learn about biodiversity and the variety of life contributing to over ten million animal species on the planet. Students then learn about diverse animal body plans by taking a closer look at the unique inhabitants of the Florida wetlands. The You at the Zoo team wraps up by investigating where manatees are more likely to spend more time.
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