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When Genoveva opens her magic book, the screen is filled with feathers, beaks, horns, legs, wings, and snouts. Genoveva's magic book transports her to various habitats where she learns about the animals that live there. In this episode, Genoveva visits with the rhea. The rhea has a round body covered with feathers, long neck and big eyes. Genoveva visits the plains to find out why the rhea does not use its wings to fly.
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What weighs 6,000 pounds, has poor vision, and a horn growing on its nose? A rhinoceros, of course! Solio Ranch in Kenya is a private wildlife sanctuary for black and white rhinos. Explains the differences and similarities between these animals, and notes poachers want only the rhino's horn for Asian and Middle Eastern markets. Shocking statistics emphasize the urgency to protect this unique species. NOTE: One brief mating scene.
Parakeet is upset because he has no family. Parakeet talks about Family Day. Amanda reminds him he has no family. The first guest, the dog, says his brother did not want to go with him to Family Day. The cat, who really is the stepbrother of the cat, considers they are not brothers. Parakeet shares his opinion, but Amanda once again reminds him he has no brothers or family; therefore, should not speak on the subject. The fleas show a documentary on different types of families. The celebrity guest, Residente de Calle 13, explains that family goes beyond blood ties. Amanda's realizes Parakeet's family is his friends.
When Genoveva opens her magic book, the screen is filled with feathers, beaks, horns, legs, wings, and snouts. Genoveva's magic book transports her to various habitats where she learns about the animals that live there. It walks, swims, and flies. It is a singer with a beak and feathers. It enjoys traveling, hates the winter and lives among the reeds of peaceful lagoons. What bird will Genoveva discover in this episode?
Eco, the little bear, travels around the world observing human interactions with the environment. During his journey, he meets many other friends from the animal kingdom and gets a firsthand look into some of the environmental and social problems facing the planet. Eco and his friends provide ways for humans to ensure a healthy planet for the future. Part of "Eco S.O.S." series.
Investigates the physical features of a number of "ugly" animals to demonstrate the efficiency of their odd appendages or disproportionate body parts. Studies the nose of the star-nosed mole, the fleshy protuberances in the mouth of the snapping turtle, the warthog's warts and tusks, the vulture's head, the northern elephant seal's proboscis, the proboscis monkey's nose and protruding stomach, the naked mole rat's lack of hair or fur, the whip scorpion's alien appearance, the mouths of deep sea denizens, and the bat's head.
The pig's younger siblings would not admit they are lazy since they spend their free time involved in activities like playing the congas and PlayStation. The fleas show a human documentary on how these animals create and develop devices and inventions to promote more laziness. The celebrity guest, singer Charly Lives, explains how a young boy learned to manage both his household duties and his love for music. He advises the three little pigs to properly manage their time so they can carry out their duties and enjoy their hobbies.
A taxonomist explains the current classification system for all living things. Beginning with Aristotle's two kingdom division, today there are five kingdoms, with talk of changing to six. Uses the product groupings in a grocery store to clarify the concept. Looks at the differences of each kingdom: Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia. Stresses that the more we learn, the more likely this system will change yet again.
In 1977, scientists discovered a diverse community of organisms inhabiting the deep-sea hydrothermal vents of the Pacific Ocean. The sources of energy in these ecosystems are hydrogen sulfide and other inorganic chemicals that are abundant in the water that rises from the vents. Scientists discovered that some animals living near hydrothermal vents, such as the giant tube worm, have a symbiotic relationship with species of bacteria, which allows these animals to survive deep in the ocean. Part of the "I Contain Multitudes" series.
Scientist William Rowan is renowned for his research on the dark-eyed junco. Before Rowan, it was unknown what environmental cues animals used to time the seasonal changes in their biology. Through a groundbreaking experiment with the junco, Rowan discovered the physiological reaction of organisms to the length of day or night. Shot as an historical re-enactment, this segment provides a glimpse into the history and human dimensions of scientific research and reveals one of the first studies that made juncos well-known to biologists. Part of Ordinary Extraordinary Junco (Chapter 1).
We often hear about insects and other animals passing on diseases to humans, so-called zoonotic diseases, such as rabies, cholera, and West Nile virus. Now, for the first time, researchers are examining a disease that humans are spreading to an animal, specifically Elkhorn coral off the Florida Keys. With support from the National Science Foundation, Rollins College biologist Kathryn Sutherland is tracing this emerging infectious disease phenomenon, known as “reverse zoonosis.” Elkhorn coral was once the most common coral in the Caribbean, but it's now a threatened species due to population losses from White pox disease. Sutherland believes undertreated sewage, possibly from leaking septic tanks or illegal cruise ship discharge, could be the source of this disease.
Investigates the reasons why cattle and humans have been linked together for over 30,000 years. Analyzes the anatomy of the cow's stomach, detailing the purpose of each chamber. Visit the Masai with their cattle herds and the sacred cows of India. Introduces the main cattle breed of the 800 breeds developed in England, explaining how artificial selection is used to produce desirable characteristics. Also introduces British dairy cow detailing the working of the udder and teats and the use of genetic engineering to increase milk production. Interviews Eric Schlosser, an author about the development of slaughterhouse methods in America. Also visits a family ranch where cattle are being raised in natural conditions under a grass management system.
Students investigate the wide array of fish found on the planet. Concepts and terminology include saltwater, freshwater, cold-blooded, fins, backbone, eggs, scales, and gills.
Students learn the unique features of reptiles by viewing footage of snakes, lizards, and turtles in their natural habitats. Concepts and terminology include cold-blooded, scales, shell, and eggs.
Parakeet talks about the importance of living in harmony. For Amanda, harmony is when everyone does what she wants. The wolf explains that for some time now "poop missiles" launched by the careless duck during her flights have been falling on him. Amanda does not see the problem as she thinks it is good luck. The duck explains she is not the only one using the bathroom from the air. The public is divided between the terrestrial and flying animals. The fleas show a documentary on the importance of coexistence, harmony, agreements, and standards. Special guest, Nelson Mandela, explains how a divided society like his had to create agreements to live together in peace.
From dogs to squirrels to elephants, students are familiar with many different mammals. Students will learn the distinguishing features of mammals. Concepts and terminology include backbone, fur, warm-blooded, milk, and live young.
A bored parakeet begins his monologue talking about the upcoming carnival. All the animals on the show are organizing the carnival. Amanda, as usual, will not let him finish and comes out dancing in her carnival skirt. For her, the carnival is the ultimate event. The guest dog is opposed to having the carnival. The sloth enters and tells the truth. The dog likes the carnival, but he likes it so much and gets so excited that he has to go to the bathroom. Maite and Eve talk about different ways of expressing joy. The celebrity guest, soccer player Asprilla, explains he celebrated his goals with firecrackers. Everyone would get scared, and the game would be suspended. So he changed his way of celebrating and now does somersaults.
Parakeet talks about the importance of water for animals. Amanda chokes on an "almojabana" (cheese roll) and asks for a glass of water, but is told there is no water. The first guest, the wolf, says he could not finish bathing because the water ran out; he is still full of soap. He accuses the duck of using up all the water because she's always wet. The duck explains she, too, has no water, and someone else must be responsible for the drought in the forest. The fleas show a documentary on water and explain how humans waste it thinking it will never end. Ludovico interview some otters. The celebrity guest, Crispiano Donaldo, says his team lost a soccer game because he drank all the water and left his teammates dehydrated.
Abatzui, a Kamayura youngster, captures and stores the birds’ songs. The birds come up with a plan to get their songs back. From the Kool Books series narrated by Hector Bonilla.
While the human brain and nervous system are wired with hundreds of billions of nerve cells, or neurons, sea slugs can get by with tens of thousands. Ironically, sea slugs reveal a lot about the chemistry of the human brain and nervous system. In fact, they are ideal as study subjects for research on learning, memory, and how neurons control behavior. With support from the National Science Foundation, analytical chemist Jonathan Sweedler and his team at the University of Illinois are working to develop new measurement tools that enable insights into the function of individual cells in the central nervous systems of slugs and other animals in order to uncover novel neurochemical pathways. Part of the National Science Foundation Series “Science Nation.”
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