Natural Features & Ecosystems
Natural Features & Ecosystems
National Park Service
Discussion of natural features including fog, tsunamis, geysers, snow, and frazil ice are included in this collection
Introduction
A young woman who recently moved to south Florida finds herself wanting to learn more about the Everglades National Park. She meets Amber Schmitt, a friendly ranger/interpreter, who teaches her about natural habitats.
Jul 2, 2013
2 min
Frazil Ice
Yosemite National Park: Summer visitors to Yosemite National Park miss many of the unique events of winter and early spring. Frazil ice flows are dramatic natural events that occur in the waterfalls of Yosemite Valley during March and April.
Mar 14, 2013
7 min
Yosemite Falls
Yosemite National Park: Yosemite Falls is the tallest waterfall in North America, and is a powerful presence in Yosemite Valley. From winter ice to spring flood to autumn dryness, this magnificent waterfall is a dynamic force of nature.
Mar 14, 2013
10 min
Yellowstone's Restless Giant - Main Feature
Yellowstone National Park: The Yellowstone supervolcano is discussed in this video. The function it serves to geysers throughout the park as well as its potential destructive force are covered.
Mar 14, 2013
6 min
Troubled Waters - Main Feature
Yellowstone National Park: Efforts to eradicate three invasive species currently inhabiting Yellowstone are discussed. The species are lake trout, whirling disease parasite, and New Zealand mud snails.
Mar 14, 2013
7 min
Fog in the Redwoods
Redwood NP: How is fog created? How does fog benefit redwood trees? Watch this video to find out.
Mar 14, 2013
2 min
Declining Fog in Coastal California
Natural Laboratory: What is the role of fog along the California coast? How is the decline of fog affecting coast redwoods? Answers to these and similar questions are included in this audio file.
Mar 14, 2013
5 min
Paleotsunami at Point Reyes
Natural Laboratory: Can Liam Reidy find evidence of a huge tsunami that occurred in central California during the early 1700’s? Tune in to find out.
Mar 14, 2013
5 min
Half Dome
Yosemite National Park: The granite monolith of Half Dome is recognized throughout the world as an icon of Yosemite National Park. Thousands of visitors hike to the summit each year, rewarded with spectacular views and an experience that is not easily forgotten.
Mar 14, 2013
11 min
Snow
Yosemite National Park: Snow plays an important role in Yosemite's ecology while providing water for cities and farms. Winter visitors to the park experience a landscape transformed by snow.
Mar 14, 2013
8 min
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