Behind the Scenes at the National Museum of Natural History

The video provides an overview of the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History, highlighting its vast collection of over 144 million objects. It features experts from various divisions, including birds, butterflies, mollusks, minerals, and entomology, discussing the significance of their collections. The video emphasizes the importance of these collections in scientific research, aviation safety, biodiversity, and understanding Earth's history.

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