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Wonders of Mexico | Summer of Adventure

Mexico tree in cave
Courtesy of Richard Kirby
Catbej Cenote and its strangler fig, near Valladolid, Yucatan state.

Wednesdays, August 1 - 15, 9pm on WKAR-HD 23.1 | Travel south along Mexico's mountain spine, explore the tropical forests of the Maya and journey across the deserts of Northern Mexico to discover its amazing wildlife and culture. 

Episode 1 | Forest of the Maya | August 1 | Watch Now
Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula, home to the Maya, is a forest rich in wildlife, including monkeys, jaguars and vibrant tropical birds. Here lies a secret underworld which holds the key to life.

Episode 2 | Mountain Worlds | August 8
Mountains dominate Mexico, shaping life and culture in this diverse land. Travel south to discover black bears, fiery volcanoes, exquisite birds and millions of monarch butterflies. 

Episode 3 | Burning North | August 15
A journey across Northern Mexico reveals a desert rich in life. From prairie dogs fighting snakes, bats hunting scorpions and tiny owls living in giant cacti, its animals have found clever ways to survive against the odds.

About PBS Summer of Adventure
Wonders of Mexico is part of the PBS Summer of Adventure, taking viewers and their families to some of the most remarkable destinations in the U.S. and around the world.

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