Ranger Alexa discusses beaver adaptations.

Amazing Beaver Adaptations
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Duration - 2 minutes 10 seconds

Discover the beaver's unique physical adaptations for an aquatic lifestyle. Live beaver video by Ranger Lora.

A whelk and a mussel feature in Ranger Eleanor's story.

Intertidal Battlefield
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Duration - 2 minutes 14 seconds

The intertidal zone is a dangerous place for the creatures that struggle to survive there.

Ranger Lora explains why loons need their space.

Looning Experience
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Duration - 2 minutes 4 seconds

Loons are some of the most captivating wild animals that visitors to Acadia encounter. Video by Ranger Lora.

Ranger John shows off a bald eagle display.

Bald Eagles
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Duration - 2 minutes

Learn about the significance of the bald eagle's recovery.

Ranger Charlotte gives a closer look at granite.

Geology of Cadillac Mountain
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Duration - 1 minute 52 seconds

Explore the pink granite landscape of Cadillac Mountain.

Ranger Anne introduces tidal action on Acadia's shores.

Tidal Variations
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Duration - 2 minutes 6 seconds

Discover the forces that cause high and low tides in the ocean.

Ranger Marc points out a red squirrel midden.

Signs of Wildlife
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Duration - 1 minute 56 seconds

Park Ranger Marc reminds us to look not only for wildlife but also the signs they leave behind.

Satellite image of United States at night

Acadia's Night Sky
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Duration - 4 minutes 23 seconds

Visiting Park Scientist Chad Moore stands atop Cadillac to survey the other half of the park—the night. Night sky images from Acadia and other parks can be found at the National Park Service Natural Lightscapes website.