Nature Videos

Duration:

13 minutes, 55 seconds

Black bears (Ursus americanus) are an integral part of the Sierra ecosystem and one of the many wildlife species the National Park Service is mandated to protect. Learn more about these animals and how they live in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.

 

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  Exploring Soundscapes

  Explore the sounds of Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, visiting scenic landscapes from the foothills to conifer forests, meadows, and high-elevation alpine areas and listening to the rich diversity of sounds across park elevations.

  Duration:

  8 minutes, 51 seconds

 

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  Listening to Biodiversity

  NPS scientists use audio recording of forest sounds to assess biodiversity of areas within Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks impacted by fire.

  Duration:

  4 minutes, 8 seconds

 

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  Find Your Science

  Science and research are critical to the health of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. In this video, learn about current projects and the history of science in these parks, and consider joining us!

  Duration:

  8 minutes, 25 seconds

 

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  Species Loss, Precipitation, and Fire at Sequoia-Kings

  How might climate change impact habitats and the range of sensitive species at Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks? Watch this ten-minute video to learn more.

  Duration:

  9 minutes, 13 seconds

 

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  Species' Range Shifts at Sequoia-Kings Canyon NP

  As climate change creates new temperature and precipitation patterns, the ranges that some species occupy are changing. Scientists have been re-surveying birds and mammals at sites in California that were first surveyed nearly 100 years ago. The results show how species' ranges have shifted in association with climate change. At the same time, park staff are working to apply the science to park management and to engage the public in understanding what change means for future biodiversity in the park.

  Duration:

  8 minutes, 30 seconds

 

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