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Together, We Can Protect The Heart Of The Prairies

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This YouTube video was produced by The Nature Conservancy Of Canada.

Prairie grasslands are more than just one of the world’s most endangered ecosystems – they’re vital to our health and well-being.

These are not just habitats; they are vibrant places that sustain life and bring joy to those who experience them. From the wind that sweeps through these grasses to the creatures that call it home, it is up to us to work together so that future generations can experience the awe and wonder of grasslands.

Music credit to the Matt Foster Band (@trulymattfoster)

Song: From A Poplar … Continue

Eastern Towhee: Chewink

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This YouTube video was produced by the American Bird Conservancy.

Persistent scratching sounds amid thick shrubbery and a shrill call, “towhee!” reveal the presence of this striking New World sparrow. The dapper Eastern Towhee(Pipilo erythrophthalmus) and its western relative, the Spotted Towhee(Pipilo maculatus), were once considered one species — the Rufous-Sided Towhee — but were split into distinct species in 1995. The two species sometimes hybridize in the Great Plains, where their ranges meet.

One way to tell an Eastern Towhee from its Spotted relative is by its dark back, marked only by a small white patch at … Continue

Happy 4th Birthday Grace!

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This YouTube video was produced by The Australia Zoo.

Here at Australia Zoo we are home to over 1200 beautiful animals and 400 staff. Join us as we give you a behind the scenes look at all the action. From new additions to animal highlights, our awesome zoo crew and fabulous zoo celebrations. We’ll get you up close and personal with Australia Zoo Life!

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