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The Desert Speaks
Season 2, Episode 5: Research in the Desert
Season 2
Episode 5
Research in the Desert focuses on some amazing research projects which help the wild inhabitants of the desert. Explore how humans affect the desert environment and how desert animals adapt to survive cohabitation with people.
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High temperatures, poor soil and aridity make gardening in the Sonoran Desert difficult.
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Find out how migratory and resident species use riparian areas.
28:09
plants, animals and insects in the Sonoran Desert which use poisons.
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explore the value of research on desert insects in a program devoted to desert research.
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Learn more about the habits and lifestyles of desert animals, including mountain lions and
28:12
Explore recreational uses of the desert
28:40
Examine the geography and dynamics of the shifting desert sands.
28:08
A look at the history and life cycle of the Saguaro cactus.
27:53
Desert Speaks explores the Baja Peninsula.
28:00
Explore the natural history of the Peninsula of Baja California.
27:52
Discover fascinating facts about what lives camouflaged by the gently blowing grasses.
27:44
There’s always something new to learn about the Sonoran Desert.