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Life Unearthed with Ariel Waldman
Prairies: Life on the Plains
Season 1
Episode 4
Often overlooked, North America’s prairies are among the most dynamic and biodiverse ecosystems on Earth. Journeying into tallgrass remnants, explorer Ariel Waldman reveals a hidden world where bison shape the land, microscopic wildlife thrive in moss and soil, and fire renews life above ground. From towering grasses to underground networks, the prairies emerge as resilient yet fragile landscapes.
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