Desert Grasslands

Host David Yetman takes viewers on unforgettable, bold explorations of desert landscapes. Through intriguing storytelling and stunning photography, viewers find out about the people, plants, animals and archaeology of arid regions throughout the New World. "The Desert Speaks" was produced for 19 seasons, and continues to air today.

Desert Grasslands

Season 3 Episode 8 | 27m 52s | CC

This serene environment holds many secrets. Discover fascinating facts about what lives camouflaged by the gently blowing grasses and see what it takes to replicate this environment for our study and enjoyment, and follow the construction of a grasslands habitat at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.

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