What age is this video appropriate for?

We recommend this video for kids 8 and older. Younger children may be upset by the concept of drivers intentionally hitting animals (even rubber ones), while older kids are better equipped to understand the satirical and scientific framing.

Are any real animals harmed in this video?

No, the creator uses rubber prop animals — a turtle, a snake, and a tarantula. The video is clear about this, and no real animals are involved at any point.

Is there anything educational about this video?

Yes, the video is a genuine demonstration of the scientific method, including forming a hypothesis, designing a controlled experiment, collecting data, and revising conclusions. It's a fun, real-world example of how science works that could spark good conversations.

Is the content too violent or disturbing for kids?

The violence is very low-level — cars running over rubber toys — and the creator treats intentional hits as something negative and surprising. Sensitive younger children might still find the concept upsetting, which is why we suggest ages 8 and up.

Does the video model any bad behavior kids might copy?

The experiment itself is conducted safely on the road shoulder, not in traffic, and the creator doesn't encourage viewers to replicate it. The one slightly awkward moment involves a stranger taking the prop snake, which is handled humorously rather than aggressively.

Is there any inappropriate language or adult content?

There is no strong language, sexual content, or substance use in this video. The humor is family-friendly and the tone throughout is light and comedic, ending with a playful Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles reference.

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Turtles or Snakes- Which do cars hit more? ROADKILL EXPERIMENT

Mark Rober

4:22 · 9,2 mn visningar · 19 juli 2012

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Minor FlagsReviewed June 2026

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This quirky roadkill experiment video is generally safe and even mildly educational for older kids, though it casually documents people intentionally running over fake animals, which some younger or sensitive children may find disturbing. On the positive side, the creator frames the whole thing as a genuine science experiment — forming a hypothesis, collecting data, and interpreting results — which models real scientific thinking in an entertaining way. The humor is light and the ending devolves into a fun Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles joke, keeping the tone playful overall.

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