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A few tiny western pine beetles bring down giant ponderosa pine trees every year. Learn about the battle between the pines and beetles and how each attempts to control the other. A 4-D video of the process comprises part of a larger series exploring biology.
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Instructional Ideas
- Discuss why a standing dead tree poses less of a fire hazard than a dead tree that has fallen
- Highlight the differences between sap and resin
Classroom Considerations
- Content ends at 3:53 with the remainder of the video containing an advertisement
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Links to many great resources about beetles, pine trees, and invasive species
- Offers closed captioning for English learners
Cons
- None