The Importance of Biodiversity
Season 27
Episode 11
About the Episode
Up to 100 species disappear from the planet each day. In this web-exclusive video, scientists and conservationists discuss the importance of biodiversity and the dangers of extinction. We humans depend on the life around us to provide the conditions we need to survive.
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| Expires: | Runtime: 7m 10s
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Extras
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The Slowest Stampede on Earth | In Her Nature
In the otherworldly Spiny Forest of Madagascar, a historic release is about to take place.19:31 -
Reclaiming Bear River | WILD HOPE
The Bear River was once a lush area with wetlands, hot springs, and abundant wildlife.17:25 -
Hummingbird Rescue: Baby Twins
Terry Masear helps rescue baby hummingbird twins whose mother died.2:18 -
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How This Sloth Poop-Sniffing Dog is Saving the Species
Meet the world’s first sloth detective dog, Keysha.2:17 -
Life-Saving Bridges For Sloths
Climb into the jungle canopy with Tamara Ávila Atagua as she builds life-saving bridges for sloths.1:43 -
Preview of Hummingbirds of Hollywood
Follow a woman’s transformative journey as she nurtures wounded hummingbirds.0:30 -
Rare Footage of Sloth Drinking Water
Brand new to science: a sloth drinking water—captured cinematically for the first time.0:47 -
Saving The Slowest Mammal on Earth | In Her Nature
A sloth scientist, her tree-climbing BFF, and their dog work to save Costa Rica’s sloth populations.37:46 -
