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The survival of the sea turtle - Scott Gass

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Watch the miraculous journey of infant sea turtles as these tiny animals run the gauntlet of predators and harsh conditions. Then, in numbers, see how human behavior has made their tough lives even more challenging.

Some animal species provide significant parental care for their offspring. Other animal species provide little to no parental care for their offspring. Discuss how these varied tactics are reflected in the number of offspring produced, particularly as concerns the investment of time and energy by the parent(s).

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  • Animator Johan Sonestedt, Veronica Wallenberg
  • Educator Scott Gass
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