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What's so special about the Giant Water Bug? How are people working to protect the Kemps Ridley Sea Turtle? In this section, you'll learn some fascinating facts about Animals and meet some strange and wonderful creatures. Check out the featured video clips for a peek at some of our most intriguing segments on Animals; or dig deeper into the collection by browsing the subtopic categories.

 

Amphibians

Birds

Fish

Insects

Mammals

Reptiles


Nebraska Sandhill Cranes
Produced by Nebraska Public Television

During their northward migration in the spring, sandhill cranes gather along Nebraska's Platte River to feed and to perform their mating dance.

 

Insect Life in a Desert Pond
Produced by KUAT-Tucson

The organic-rich environment of the desert water hole provides a perfect home for insect life.

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Beavers: Born Builders
Produced by Maryland Public Television

With a well-deserved reputation for being busy, beavers construct dams and lodges for their homes and fell trees to get at the tasty tops.

 

The Kemps Ridley Sea Turtle
Produced by Texas Parks and Wildlife

Fifteen years ago, the State of Texas began a project to help the Kemps Ridley sea turtle find safe nesting ground - and it has just begun to be successful.

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