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Scientists in Action: Bygone Bugs and Prehistoric Flowers

Offered By: Denver Museum of Nature & Science via YouTube

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Explore the fascinating world of prehistoric insects and plants from 66 million years ago in this 48-minute virtual field trip by the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Discover the diverse ecosystem that existed alongside dinosaurs in what is now Colorado's Front Range. Learn about the mass extinction event that wiped out 75% of Earth's life and investigate how insects survived and evolved. Examine the flora and fauna preserved in the rocks of the Corral Bluffs dig site, offering a unique glimpse into life before and after the extinction event. Gain insights into the resilience and adaptability of insects throughout Earth's history in this engaging and educational presentation.

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Scientists in Action: Bygone Bugs & Prehistoric Flowers


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Denver Museum of Nature & Science

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