The horseshoe crab's annual spawning produces millions of eggs that are the lifeline for a tiny bird called the red knot. Watch the full episode now.
Apr 26th, 2009 | 29 comments | 20,917 Views
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Crash: A Tale of Two Species: Video: Full Episode
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Crash: A Tale of Two Species: Video: Netting the Red Knots
With the red knots around for only a few weeks, these researchers have a limited window for collecting data.
Apr 23rd, 2009 | 8 comments | 4,987 Views
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Crash: A Tale of Two Species: Video: Behind-the-Scenes Podcast
In this behind-the-scenes podcast, filmmaker Allison Argo discusses the importance of protecting small species.
Apr 22nd, 2009 | 6 comments | 5,478 Views
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Crash: A Tale of Two Species: Introduction
(Airs Sunday, April 26) The red knot makes one of the longest migrations of any animal. To accomplish this feat, it relies on the eggs of the horseshoe crab. Without these eggs, the red knot is in danger.
Apr 14th, 2009 | 31 comments | 32,356 Views
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Filmmaker Allison Argo on the State of the Birds Report – “This Is Why I Make Films”
The U.S. State of the Birds report reveals that one-third of our nation's birds are in trouble. But Allison Argo feels optimistic. At least now the issue is getting attention.
Mar 23rd, 2009 | 4 comments | 3,162 Views
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Crash: A Tale of Two Species: The Debate
The horseshoe crab is at the center of a contentious debate, and one that plays the world over. How do we find the balance between man and nature?
Jun 10th, 2008 | 8 comments | 3,872 Views
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Crash: A Tale of Two Species: Why save the red knot?
Even as our actions have imperiled the red knot, we can also preserve the species, by regulating the fishing industry and keeping clear of the beaches that the knots rely on during migration.
Jun 10th, 2008 | 20 comments | 7,432 Views
(8 votes) Loading ...Crash: A Tale of Two Species: Additional Web and Print Resources
View additional resources, online and in print, for NATURE's "Crash: A Tale of Two Species."
Jun 10th, 2008 | 5 comments | 3,452 Views
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Crash: A Tale of Two Species: Teacher’s Guide
Download the Teacher's Guide for NATURE's Crash: A Tale of Two Species.
Jun 8th, 2008 | 2 comments | 5,135 Views
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