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Life on the Rocks Preview

Season 1 Episode 3 | 30s

In Beacon Valley, one of the most Mars-like regions on Earth, Ariel Waldman reveals hidden ecosystems that persist despite extreme conditions. From nematodes navigating salty permafrost to endoliths sheltering within sandstone and hypoliths thriving beneath translucent rocks, life endures in ingenious ways. Together, these discoveries offer insights into how life might survive on other planets.

Extras
Get a sneak peek at a brand new season of NATURE on PBS.
Celebrate the life and career of Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Mary Oliver.
Global Black liberation movements converge in 1960s Montreal.
Traditional burns are methods First Nations people have managed for thousands of years.
The stormy wet season of Jirrbal returns and a baby glider must escape the wall of flame.
With their sticky feet, geckos climb up the Kimberley’s labyrinth of caves in style.
Watch as Daniel and O the Owl embark on an out-of-this-world journey filled with learning, and fun.
Relax and unwind with Daniel as he watches the fish!
Everyone in the neighborhood has a special bedtime routine!
Explore and look closely at many things in the Enchanted Garden along with Daniel Tiger.
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