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How Tiny Corals Build Underwater Cities | Wild Critters USA

31m 13s

Corals poop out of their own mouths, and that's just the beginning! In this episode of the Wild Critters USA series on Orbit, families dive into the underwater world of coral reefs with marine scientist Dr. Mike Henley from the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. Perfect for curious kids ages 3–11 and their families.

Aired: 09/01/26
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