Why are alligator moms so awesome?
About this episode
This episode explores the nurturing behaviors of American alligator moms with insights from Yvette Cano at Everglades National Park.
Did you know that American alligator moms build nests, guard their eggs, carry their babies to the water, and come running when their little ones call for help? They might just be contenders for Wild Critter Mom of the Year! This week, we travel to Florida's Everglades National Park with Yvette Cano, director of education at Everglades National Park! ➡️ Part of the Wild Critters USA series, created with PBS Nature and the National Wildlife Federation ➡️ Learn more about Everglades National Park: https://www.nps.gov/ever ➡️ Ranger Rick magazine from the National Wildlife Federation: https://rangerrick.org 🖍️ Free Wild Critters USA coloring pages: https://www.cumbrekids.org/color-along 💬 Submit your kids' questions! https://www.cumbrekids.org/questions 💛 Support this podcast by joining The Curious Club: https://www.cumbrekids.org/curious-club Orbit Family Conversation Starters! What's your favorite wetland animal mentioned in today's episode? Why do you think alligator moms spend so much time protecting their babies? How can one animal help many other animals survive in an ecosystem? Continue learning as a family! Draw your own "gator hole" and imagine what animals might visit…
People in this episode
Host: Cumbre Kids
Guest: Yvette Cano
Topics covered
- alligator behavior
- wildlife protection
- Everglades ecosystem
- parenting in nature
- animal care
Keywords
- alligator moms
- Everglades
- wildlife
- animal care
- Florida
- PBS Nature
- National Wildlife Federation
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: PBS Nature, National Wildlife Federation
Places: Florida, Everglades National Park
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