Meet the oldest living caterpillar on earth who braves the Arctic and can survive in -90 degrees Fahrenheit! On part one of our 2-part Arctic feature, discover the unique Arctic ecosystems and the plants and creatures God designed to thrive there.

Here’s our trail map:

Where Is the Arctic and What Is It Like?
Can Plants Grow in the Arctic?
What Caterpillar Braves the Arctic?
Do Any Amphibians Live In the Arctic?
How Does God Prepare Us for Harsh Conditions?

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Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:

“God is our protection and our strength.

He always helps in times of trouble.

So we will not be afraid even if the earth shakes,

or the mountains fall into the sea,

even if the oceans roar and foam,

or the mountains shake at the raging sea.”

Psalm 46:1-3 (NCV)

“By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life…” 2 Peter 1:3 (NLT)

“May he (God) equip you with all you need for doing his will. May he produce in you, through the power of Jesus Christ, every good thing that is pleasing to him. All glory to him forever and ever! Amen.” Hebrews 13:21 (NLT)

Terms Learned in This Episode:

Ecosystem: An area where the plants, creatures, and other things in nature like water, rocks, dirt, and sun all help each other.

Permafrost: A thick layer of soil beneath the surface that remains frozen throughout the year.

Heliotropism: When a plant grows toward (follows) the sunlight.

Photosynthesis: A process controlled by sunlight that puts things in a plant together to turn them into energy. How a plant makes its own food.

Diapause: When an insect goes dormant (stops growing or developing) to survive the cold. Similar to hibernation.

Generalist: A species that can survive in a wide range of conditions and make use of many resources for food and energy.

Glycerol: A chemical compound some creatures produce to keep their cells from freezing.

Amphibian: Group of cold-blooded animals that include frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts. Most live on land and in the water and go through metamorphosis.

Harsh: Unpleasantly rough or severe.

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