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Land Between Two Rivers: Part 3

The Nest (#311)

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This program discusses observations made about four Iowa raptors: the turkey vulture, red-tailed hawk, Cooper's hawk and red-shouldered hawk.
[29 minutes]

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Grade Levels
6-8
Curricular Areas
Science & Technology
Social Studies
Series Length
13 episodes
Average Episode Length
29 minutes
Record Rights
Recording/duplication allowed in perpetuity. If you miss the broadcast, contact your AEA for copies.
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Series Description: LAND BETWEEN TWO RIVERS: PART 3 surveys the array of Iowa's plant, animal, insect and marine life against the backdrop of encroaching agricultural and urban development. The programs provide both concrete and abstract food for thought about Iowans' responsibility for their natural heritage.

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Past Episodes

These episodes of Land Between Two Rivers: Part 3 aired in the last few months on Iowa Public Television.

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