In this episode of Cultivate Curiosity, our host Harley dives into the fascinating world of sea turtles with Jessica Valek, Natural Resources Manager at Destin-Fort Walton Beach and lead of the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Sea Turtle Patrol. Discover how temperature plays a surprising role in determining the gender of sea turtle hatchlings, the importance of sea turtle-friendly lighting, and what goes into protecting nests during the busy nesting season. Jessica shares behind-the-scenes insights from the Sea Turtle Patrol and how the community can help safeguard these incredible creatures!
Like and follow Destin-Fort Walton Beach Sea Turtle Patrol on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DestinFortWaltonBeachSeaTurtlePatrol
Sea Turtle Patrol Hotline: 850-461-2885
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In this episode of Cultivate Curiosity, our host Harley dives into the fascinating world of sea turtles with Jessica Valek, Natural Resources Manager at Destin-Fort Walton Beach and lead of the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Sea Turtle Patrol. Discover how temperature plays a surprising role in determining the gender of sea turtle hatchlings, the importance of sea turtle-friendly lighting, and what goes into protecting nests during the busy nesting season. Jessica shares behind-the-scenes insights from the Sea Turtle Patrol and how the community can help safeguard these incredible creatures!
Like and follow Destin-Fort Walton Beach Sea Turtle Patrol on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DestinFortWaltonBeachSeaTurtlePatrol
Sea Turtle Patrol Hotline: 850-461-2885
Science Myths Busted: Separating Fact from Fiction
Cultivate Curiosity
6 minutes 9 seconds
9 months ago
Science Myths Busted: Separating Fact from Fiction
On this episode of Cultivate Curiosity, Jacie takes on some of the most common science myths and puts them to the test. Do we really only use 10% of our brains? Is the Great Wall of China visible from space? From everyday misconceptions to long-standing legends, we’ll break down the truth behind these myths with real science. Tune in for a fun and fascinating journey through fact and fiction—because science is always worth questioning!
Cultivate Curiosity
In this episode of Cultivate Curiosity, our host Harley dives into the fascinating world of sea turtles with Jessica Valek, Natural Resources Manager at Destin-Fort Walton Beach and lead of the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Sea Turtle Patrol. Discover how temperature plays a surprising role in determining the gender of sea turtle hatchlings, the importance of sea turtle-friendly lighting, and what goes into protecting nests during the busy nesting season. Jessica shares behind-the-scenes insights from the Sea Turtle Patrol and how the community can help safeguard these incredible creatures!
Like and follow Destin-Fort Walton Beach Sea Turtle Patrol on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DestinFortWaltonBeachSeaTurtlePatrol
Sea Turtle Patrol Hotline: 850-461-2885
