On the hunt for sand dollars
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A correspondent explores sand dollars in Florida and learns about them at the California Academy of Sciences.
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Correspondent Martha Teichner went searching for sand dollars in Florida with naturalist Kristen Williams, also known as The Seashell Mermaid. Teichner also visited the California Academy of Sciences' Steinhart Aquarium in San Francisco to learn about these sea creatures. The segment explores sand dollars, which are cousins to sea urchins and sea stars, highlighting their unique characteristics. This report provides viewers with an educational look into marine life, focusing on the biology and habitat of sand dollars.
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