Bats
For some people, bats are one of the scariest groups of creatures out there. Not for Bert Grantges. He knows that without bats we'd be overrun by bugs, and that would be scarier. He uses basic math like estimation, percents and ratios to track bat populations.
Running time 1:43 minutes.
The Blackfooted Ferret
Wildlife biologists from the US Fish and Wildlife Service explain how they are making great strides toward saving this endangered species that was once thought to be extinct. From breeding ferret offspring to preparing them for release back into the wild, the recovery effort of these cute carnivores is rich in math and science.
Running time 5:25 minutes.
Cheetahs
To help save an endangered species like the cheetah, you must start by understanding its behavior. Only the brave need apply for this job, however, because this kind of biological study is up close and personal.
Running time 2:08 minutes.
Feeding Time
Animal care professionals calculate nutritious diets and medicine doses for zoo animals.
Running time 2:00 minutes.
The Horse Doctor
A successful professional in any career must be an expert observer, and in no field is this truer than health care. It is especially important to a veterinarian, whose patients can’t talk.
Running time 1:49 minutes.
Horses in the Movies
A Western wouldn’t be a Western without stampedes, stagecoaches, shoot-outs on horseback or simply cowboys riding into town. So, who does the producer call when he needs stagecoaches, buckboards and real horses to make the script come alive? Meet Dave Rogers, a wrangler for Movin' On Livestock.
Running time 5:33 minutes.
Moorpark Zoo: Managing Exotic Animals
Today’s homework: Hand-feed tigers, divvy up raw meat for hyenas and teach the sea lion to play hide and seek.
Running time 4:58 minutes.
Veterinary Medicine
Young people who like animals often think about a career in veterinary medicine, but do they connect that goal to their classroom lessons? Introduce them to Pamella Dendtler, a veterinarian and business owner who relies on math and science every day.
Running time 2:15 minute.
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