The American bald eagle is a highly specialized predator. But what is the evolutionary background that allows the bald eagle to pull off its amazing maneuvers?
Nov 12th, 2008 | 5 comments | 5,221 Views
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American Eagle: Bald Eagles’ Evolutionary Ancestors
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Video-Enhanced Lesson
The Birds and the Beaks: Lesson Overview
In this video-enhanced lesson, students will explore the concepts of adaptation and evolution as seen in different species of birds. (Grades 9-12)
Aug 29th, 2008 | 0 comments | 9,703 Views
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The Birds and the Beaks: Video Segments: Extraordinary Birds
The segments from the NATURE episode "Extraordinary Birds" show examples of the adaptations of different birds to their varying environments.
Jul 15th, 2008 | 3 comments | 6,146 Views
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Supersize Crocs: Crocodile Secrets of Survival
The crocodile has few natural predators, an armor of bony plates covering most of its body and strong jaws capable of crushing anything from bones to cast iron.
Jun 2nd, 2008 | 3 comments | 3,470 Views
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The Seedy Side of Plants: Planet of the Plants
The quest for survival has even led plants to develop devious ways of fooling us into working for them as they send their seeds out to conquer new lands.
Feb 10th, 2008 | 0 comments | 1,034 Views
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The Seedy Side of Plants: Endlessly Adaptable
In their quest to spread their seeds, plants have proved endlessly adaptable.
Feb 10th, 2008 | 1 comment | 919 Views
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