Differences in DNA, coat patterns, ossicones (the funny things sticking out of their heads), where they live, and dramatic population declines converge into an important conclusion that has urgent conservation implications – there are 4 species of giraffe, and they need to be saved. Join Faraja the giraffe, Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Conservation Program Officer, […]
Bringing science and issues to the public, visitors to the Marine Science Research Institute learn about local science and nature through hands-on activities, demonstrations, and exhibits staffed by students, scientists, and advocates from Jacksonville University, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and the St. Johns River Keeper. Transcript More about the MSRI: Marine Science […]
Sea Turtles can use all the help they can get. Learn about efforts to conserve these animals (and what you can do). Visit Conservation groups and go on turtle patrol in Ponte Vedra Beach. See lots of baby sea turtles rescued, and follow Pip, our animated loggerhead! Continue Reading to view all sea turtle videos and resources. […]
Sea turtles migrate vast distances in the ocean, and understanding where they go gives insight into their ecology and lifestyle. Learn about the Sea Turtle Conservancy’s satellite tracking program and then follow the turtles yourself! Transcript Tinker Bell’s track
What images come to mind when you think of the 1960’s? How about baby sea turtles being airlifted by the U.S. Navy? Join David Godfrey for a short explanation of an early conservation effort by the Sea Turtle Conservancy. Transcript
The first discoveries of an ichthyosaur and a plesiosaur are among Mary Anning’s accomplishments, which weren’t easy as a woman in 1800s England. Join Angus Carroll as he highlights Mary in the Darwin & Dinosaurs exhibit at the Museum of Science & History in Jacksonville, Florida. Transcript
Is Nanotyrannus lancensis actually its own species, or just a juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex? Hint: teeth matter. Join Paleontologist Mike Triebold as he explains a bit about this controversy at the Darwin & Dinosaurs exhibit at the Museum of Science & History in Jacksonville, Florida. Continue Reading below to view all Darwin & Dinosaur videos and resources. Transcript […]
Related to Triceratops, but with different brow horns and no nose horn. Join Paleontologist Mike Triebold as he explains one of his newest finds, a new species still to be scientifically described, and on display in the Darwin & Dinosaurs exhibit at the Museum of Science & History in Jacksonville, Florida. Transcript
Adaptations of Galápagos Tortoise shells illustrate adaptations and form-fits-function. Join Angus Carroll as he highlights saddle-shaped and dome-shaped shells in the Darwin & Dinosaurs exhibit at the Museum of Science & History in Jacksonville, Florida. Transcript
Take a peek at a few microscopic animals and plants from the St. Johns River, as well as plankton sampling at Science on the St. Johns. Transcript
Highlighting nature, science, and technology with Northeast Florida connections. English and Spanish closed captions are available. Watch through the credits to see additional footage like dinosaur assembly.
