The Tortoises of NASA's Kennedy Space Center

The Tortoises of NASA's Kennedy Space Center

Kennedy Space Center is known for launching rockets into our cosmos, but it is also home to an expansive wildlife refuge and national seashore where more than 1,200 plant and wildlife species reside. Its 144,000 acres are teaming with creatures you might expect, such as alligators, snakes and eagles, and those you may not know as well like the endangered scrub-jay, tortoise and horseshoe crab.

In this mini-episode of "Far Out," viewers will meet people on the environmental team who are responsible for ensuring the wildlife remains protected and thriving at the space center.

Watch the full thirty-two minute episode on NASA+: https://go.nasa.gov/4axnF3M

Credit: NASA's Kennedy Space Center
Duration: 3 minutes
Release Date: Feb. 7, 2025

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