Plants National Park Service
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- Science
Milkweeds, silverswords, junipers, redwoods, black oaks, wildflowers, deathcap mushrooms, and other plants are discussed in this collection.
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Leaves and Birds
A wall of green leaves shifting in the slight breeze at Ephesus, behind some cacti. The videographer can be heard speaking, and the leaves can be heard rustiling.
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- video
Sky Islands
Yosemite National Park: Throughout the Sierra Nevada, high flat plateaus are found at elevations around twelve and thirteen thousand feet. These isolated sky islands are the home to unique plant communities that are found nowhere else.
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Wildflowers
Yosemite National Park: From foothill elevations to high mountain peaks, hundreds of flower species are found throughout Yosemite National Park. Rangers and scientists discuss the rich botanical history and some of the rare plants found here.
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Pine Forests
Valley Forge NH Park: Pine forest, nonnative plants, and invasive species at Valley Forge are discussed.
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Pollination
Valley Forge NH Park: The different ways pollination occurs and the difference in plant and tree pollination is discussed. Butterflies and milkweeds are emphasized.
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Valley Forge Meadows
Valley Forge NH Park: Discover the history of meadows at Valley Forge by listening to this audio file.