NatureWorks  Decomposers and Scavengers

Patrice looks at the important role decomposers and scavengers play in the natural world. Details

 
 

Program: NatureWorks

Episode: Decomposers and Scavengers

Patrice looks at the important role decomposers and scavengers play in the natural world. She then visits with Dave and they check on the progress of the decomposition of a dead gray squirrel. Then we take an up-close look at the turkey vulture. Finally, Hawk Mathany and Chris Thayer of the Appalachian Mountain Club show Laura and Marshall just how and what they recycle in the wilderness.

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Duration: (14:45)
Premiere Date: 05/10/2010
Episode Expires: Fri 26 Oct 2012
TV Rating: TV-G

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