Synchronised turtle arribada | The Blue Planet

The lunar cycle dictates the time and date of mass nesting by ridleys turtles in Costa Rica.

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Clip Info
  • Clip length: 5'06''
  • Broadcast year: 2017
Curriculum Connection
  • Biology | Reproduction, genetics and evolution | Classification and biodiversity | Morphological and behavioural adaptations
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  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Two
  • Programme: The Blue Planet
  • Episode: Introduction
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