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In the America's with David Yetman
Re-claiming the Gulf in Baja California
The arrival of crowds and developers threaten unusual features of Baja California.
Snakes and Culture in the Amazon
Hosted by research social scientist David Yetman, explore the landscapes, peoples and history of North and South America — from the coldest towns in Canada to the tropical islands of the Caribbean.
Snakes and Culture in the Amazon
Season 9 Episode 905 | 26m 46s | CC
The abundance of reptiles, especially snakes, in the Amazonian jungle is hardly surprising. Native cultures, far from fearing snakes, view them as spiritually significant elements of nature. From the gigantic anaconda to tiny tree vipers, snakes are part of life—and religion--in Brazil’s Amazon.
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