Cataloging New Animal Species At The Smithsonian

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Feather identification expert Roxie Laybourne, amidst a portion of NMNH's bird collection. .

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Cataloging New Animal Species At The Smithsonian

WAMU News Reporter Sabri Ben–Achour explores the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History’s collection of new animal species. We also continue our exclusive chat with legendary actress and animal conservationist Tippi Hedren. Then it’s The Loh Down on Science with Sandra Loh.

Music: “Animal Dreams” by Bob James; “Home” – Pat Metheny

WAMU News Reporter Sabri Ben–Achour explores the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History’s collection of new animal species. We also continue our exclusive chat with legendary actress and animal conservationist Tippi Hedren. Then it’s The Loh Down on Science with Sandra Loh.

Music: “Animal Dreams” by Bob James; “Home” – Pat Metheny

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Stephanie Kko wrote:

Species hypothesized to have the same ancestors are placed in one genus, based on similarities. The similarity of species is judged based on comparison of physical attributes, especially their DNA sequences, where available. - Douglas Andrew

March 2, 2013 - 7:56pm
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