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Permian Extinction—Life's Worst Catastrophe

Examine the full extent of the cataclysm that swept Earth 251 million years ago. Called the End-Permian extinction, the event left a chilling fossil record. Survey the clues that show land and ocean ecosystems collapsing, wiping out 95% of all plants and animal species.

English
  • Originally Aired January 1, 2013
  • Runtime 29 minutes
  • Production Company The Great Courses
  • Created September 5, 2023 by
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  • Modified September 5, 2023 by
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