The Wildlife Docs Season 2 Episode 9 Scales and Tails
- TV-G
- January 10, 2015
The Wildlife Docs season 2 episode 9 provides an in-depth look at various scaly and tailed creatures. The show features the expert animal care team at Busch Gardens in Tampa, Florida as they care for and study some of the world's most fascinating creatures.
The episode begins with the team preparing for the arrival of a green iguana named Seymour who has a large growth that needs to be removed. The team must quickly assess and act on Seymour's condition before it gets worse. Dr. Peyton, one of the veterinarians on the team, performs the surgery while explaining the anatomy of the iguana to viewers. The team also shows how they care for iguanas in the park and even get to feed some of them.
Next, the episode transitions to the fascinating world of crocodilians. The team shows how they care for and study crocodiles and alligators. The veterinarians take a closer look at the teeth and jaws of these creatures as they explain how they use them for hunting and feeding. The team also monitors the health of these creatures by conducting ultrasounds, drawing blood, and taking other measurements.
The episode then moves to the animal ambassador program where the team introduces some of the park's scaly and tailed creatures to visitors. The ambassador program helps educate the public about the importance of conserving these creatures. The team shows some of the training they do with the animals to make them more comfortable around people. They even allow a lucky visitor to hold a snake while demonstrating how to do so safely.
After the ambassador program, the team focuses on the care of an endangered species of turtle, the radiated tortoise. The park has a successful breeding program that has helped the species thrive. The team shows how they care for the hatchlings and the adult turtles. They also discuss the importance of conserving these creatures to ensure they do not go extinct.
Finally, the episode ends with a focus on lizards. The team introduces some of the world's most fascinating lizards to viewers, including the blue-tongued skink, the komodo dragon, and the chameleon. The team shows how they care for and study these creatures, including conducting check-ups and preparing their food.
Throughout the episode, the team's love and dedication to caring for these creatures are evident. They provide viewers with a unique glimpse into the fascinating world of scaly and tailed creatures and the importance of conserving them. The Wildlife Docs season 2 episode 9, Scales and Tails, is an engaging and educational episode that viewers of all ages will enjoy.