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Minnesota's Ancient Life |
With commentary by Dr. Bruce Erickson of the Minnesota Science Museum, the major life forms of pre-historic times are shown and/or illustrated. Plant life and early mammals are discussed.
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The Great Lakes Rare Mammals |
Eleven animals are shown in live action. They are: fishers, pine martens, water shrews, lemmings, franklin and lined ground squirrels, chipmunks, wolverines, elk, caribou, and cougars. Habitat, behavior, and food sources are among the subjects covered
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Wildlife During Winter |
Otters playing in the snow, wolves feeding and porcupines in treetops are a sampling of the winter wildlife shown. A fascinating research project shows a female bear with her cubs. This video offers an interesting look at the cold weather activities of wildlife and birds.
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Understanding Wildlife Signs |
Here's your chance to take a field trip and never leave the classroom! The camera follows a group of students on a winter hike in the woods as they look for animal footprints and many other fun wildlife signs.
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Chipmunks of North America |
The two types of chipmunks found around the Great Lakes are detailed. The full yearly cycle is shown, from the time they emerge through snow tunnels in the spring until they hibernate in the fall. This action-packed presentation is filled with entertaining scenes.
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Red Squirrels of North America |
The agile little red squirrel is shown scampering around the forest foraging for food and watching out cautiously for enemies. Exciting scenes of battles with gray squirrels and other animals add to the interest of this video.
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The Pine Martin and Fisher |
Two of the most interesting of the weasel family-the pine marten and the fisher-are featured. Their return from near extinction in the Great Lakes region is explained. The importance of these and other small animals in the ecosystem of the forest is emphasized.
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The Beaver of North America |
The busy beaver is shown gathering food, grooming its fur and working on a dam. Special breathing anatomy and continual tooth growth illustrate the unique anatomy of this fascinating creature. The role of the beaver as a fur source is explored.
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Minnesota's Small Mammals |
More than a dozen mammals of the state are shown in their natural habitats. Close up scenes of the cottontail rabbit, fisher, raccoon, flying squirrel, red fox and others tell the story of these fascinating little animals. Maps help illustrate where different mammals live in the state.
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The Moose of North America |
This whimsical collection of scenes offers a lighthearted look at the moose. Natural habitat and characteristics of this animal are discussed along with the devastating effects of hunting and environmental destruction.
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Minnesota's Large Mammals |
Minnesota has a huge variety of large mammals. All are depicted, but the greatest emphasis is on the timber wolves, moose, bear, and deer. This video advocates for the preservation of these wildlife resources in our state.
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Wolves in Minnesota |
The natural features of this endangered animal are explored as well as the differing views held by hunters and preservationists. The research findings of a noted biologist are featured, plus there are many interesting scenes of wolves in the wild.
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Minnesota's Whitetail Deer |
The unique physical features of the deer are explored in this video, including scent glands on the feet, and hair that changes color with the seasons. Habitat, food sources, and the impact of hunters and predators are also detailed.
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Buffalo (Bison) in Minnesota |
The physical features of the buffalo are detailed. Fascinating scenes allow the viewer to see this massive animal up close. A brief history includes the important role of the buffalo in Native American culture and the wanton slaughter of this valuable animal by early Minnesota settlers.
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Minnesota's Black Bear |
This large mammal, with its interesting physical features, has a long history in Minnesota. The bear's role in Indian life, fur trading and business is explored. Fascinating scenes of this powerful yet playful creature are shown.
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Beautiful Birds of Prey |
Owls, eagles, and hawks are the focus of this video. Many fascinating features of these predators are shown including their sharp talons, powerful bills, and extra eyelids for protection in high-speed attacks on prey. Habitats and migration patterns are noted.
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Loons of the Lakes |
With the expertise of Loon Watch director Terry Dalton, all aspects of this North Country symbol are covered. Migration, mating behavior, nest building, care of the young, food sources, preening, and danger from predators are among the topics explained.
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Great Lakes Canadian Geese |
The intriguing life processes of the great Canadian Goose from newly hatched goslings to maturity are shown. Mate selection, family bonding, choices of nest sites, incubation, hazards from predators, molting, migration, flying speeds, and food sources are among the subjects covered.
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Minnesota's Summer Birds |
The major classes of summer birds are discussed. Fascinating close ups of hummingbirds, orioles, cranes, ducks, woodpeckers and many other birds make this an interesting wildlife presentation for the classroom.
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Minnesota's Winter Birds |
From the northern Canada jay, to the cardinal of southern Minnesota, the varieties of birds that brave the winter cold are discussed. Interesting facts about each species are revealed. A wild bird specialist discusses the best types of feed for winter birds.
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Minnesota's Loons |
The chairman of the Loon Watch program for Minnesota and Wisconsin helps tell the story of this beautiful bird. Food sources, nest building, rearing of chicks, danger from pollution, human impacts, and the danger of predators are all illustrated.
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Hawk Ridge Minnesota |
Spectacular scenes of large numbers of hawks who migrate to Minnesota from the arctic and Canada are shown as they gather above the ridge in what are called "kettles." Experts on hawks describe the various species seen here. Eagles and owls are also shown.
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Minnesota's Bald Eagles |
Minnesota's role in revitalizing this endangered bird is explained. Dramatic scenes of eagles in their natural habitat as they incubate their young are shown. A biologist explains the eagle's unique feature and tells of how environmental toxins are affecting this valuable bird.
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Trumpeter Swan Returns to MN |
Extinct in Minnesota for more than a century, the rare and beautiful trumpeter swans are on a steady course of recovery. This video tells the story of their disappearance and shows the research project that is helping to reestablish the species.
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Bluebirds of North America |
This member of the robin family once nearly extinct, is shown in nesting boxes built by volunteer preservationists. The interesting contents of 16 nests with eggs and newly hatched babies are shown. Also discussed are the on-going threats to the safety of this revitalized species.
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Minnesota's Fish Varieties |
The physical features, behavior and habitat of game fish as well as non-game fish are examined. A fish scientist talks about fish intelligence, sensory responses and the overall importance of fish within the ecosystem.
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Minnesota's Turtles |
The nine species of turtles found in the state are shown in their native habitat. Fascinating close-up scenes of these interesting little creatures details their shell sizes, colors and shapes. Mating and food preferences are covered, as well as the devastating effects of pollution.
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Wildlife Territories |
Just like human beings, all animals need a home. Whether in water or on land, all wildlife species need their own special area in which to feed, find a mate, raise a family, and seek safety. This video illustrates this concept in interesting detail.
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Useful and Harmful Wild Plants |
Fascinating and useful information helps to detail the many plants seen in the wild. Past and present uses of plant roots, stems, juices, and flowers are explained. This is a great primer on which Michigan plants are useful and which should be avoided.
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Non-Flowering Plants |
Voyageur's bread, translucent Indian pipes, caribou moss, horsetail ferns, ground pines, and shelf fungus are among the lesser known non-flowering plants of the Great Lakes region shown in this video. Mushrooms, lichens, fungus, and moss is covered.
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Minnesota's Natural Greening |
Filled with the sights and sounds of nature, this is an experiential video filmed in the spring when wildflowers start to bloom. The special adaptation by plants and the fascinating use of plant materials by early Native Americans are among the fascinating details covered.
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