Canyonlands National Park: The Shrimp That Outlived the Dinosaurs

This is part 3 of our Canyonlands National Park podcast series. Check out our other episodes on Canyonlands National Park for kids: Part 1: A Crater, a Mesa, and a Mystery Part 2: The Last Blank Map and the One-Armed Man Who Filled it In -- What if I told you that the dry, dusty "potholes" in Canyonlands National Park are actually full of life? Yes, it's true. Prehistoric shrimp live in those holes in the sandstone! Tadpole shrimp were here before the dinosaurs and somehow survive decades without any water. Listen in as find out about their "secret trick" to staying alive. 🎒Scout mission included! Experience our fun mission thats great for trips or the backyard with your family. 🏕️ Tadpole shrimp is a pretty boring name for the oldest animal around! If you could rename it, what name would you give it? Visit nationalparkscouts.com for coloring pages, word searches, and bingo cards! Hey Scouts! Review & subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. It's the best way for others to find the show too. Thank you for supporting National Park Scouts! 🌲⛺ https://nationalparkscouts.com/ Amazing music from Sheb3ar Find National Park Scouts on Instagram