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Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal

This is the result of a river diversion project, so that sewage is carried away from Lake Michigan.

Plaquemines Parish

This is a region of Louisiana that is quickly disappearing. It gives insight into the fragility of the natural world and the ways humans have attempted to control nature's most powerful forces.

Asian Carp

This non-native species was added to bodies of water to control weeds. They are now responsible for endangering native species, so methods such as electric barriers are being used to try to keep these creatures contained.

Devils Hole

This surprising body of water is found in the Nevada desert containing a rare species of fish.

Pupfish

This rare species is dying out, so scientists are studying and breeding them offsite.

Coral Reefs

These are true wonders of the world, as they are found close to the equator and, although...

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