3 Animal Oddities: Sloths & Moths, the Biggest Genome, and Upside-Down Life

3 Animal Oddities: Sloths & Moths, the Biggest Genome, and Upside-Down Life

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Science, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video explores fascinating animal discoveries, starting with sloths whose unique pooping habits support a mini-ecosystem. It then discusses the genome sequencing of locusts, revealing their large genome and potential for developing smart pesticides. Finally, it covers the discovery of a new ecosystem under Antarctic ice, highlighting the adaptability of life in extreme conditions.

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What unique behavior do three-toed sloths exhibit regarding their waste?

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How do sloth hairs contribute to their nutrition?

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What is the significance of the mutualism observed in sloths and moths?

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What was surprising about the genome of the migratory locust?

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What discovery did geologists make under the ice of Antarctica?

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