Florida Museum 360 - Giants of Florida's Prehistoric Past
Offered By: UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Embark on a virtual 360-degree tour exploring Florida's prehistoric giants in this interactive Q&A session led by Curator Dr. Bruce MacFadden. Investigate the fascinating megafauna species that once roamed Florida, including the Columbian Mammoth, American Mastodon, Megalodon Shark, Terror Bird, and Giant Ground Sloth. Discover the intriguing stories behind these colossal creatures, learn about their impressive size, and uncover the reasons for their extinction. Delve into the prehistoric world through engaging discussions on various megafauna species, followed by an informative question and answer segment.
Syllabus
Introduction
Mastodon
Megalodon
Titanus
Giant ground sloth
Megafauna
Question Time
Taught by
UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI
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