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Preview of The Hummingbird Effect

Preview: Season 41 Episode 10 | 30s

Discover how tiny hummingbirds influence their many flowering kingdoms and their ripple effects on macaws, quetzals, monkeys, tapirs and more. Set in the exotic landscapes of Costa Rica.

Aired: 04/12/23 | Rating: NR

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