SciShow
Awesome Animal Dads
Let's talk about some of the awesome single dads out there in the animal kingdom!
SciShow
5 Animals With Superpowered Senses
From the ability to see “invisible” types of light to the power to taste all over their body, meet five incredible animals whose super senses far surpass our own! Chapters STAR-NOSED MOLES 3:04 HARBOR SEALS 4:56 CATFISH 6:49 BEARS 8:26
SciShow
Is Spider Silk the Future of Material Engineering?
Spiders have a long and fabled history of being a notorious creepy-crawly, but their silk might just change that image. Here are six ways in which spider silk is being studied to improve life for human beings.
MinuteEarth
Why Are There So Many Tigers In Texas?
Why there will likely soon be more tigers in backyards in Texas than in the wilds of Asia.
SciShow
8 Boss Invertebrates That Eat Whatever They Want
Even if you’re tiny, you can still be fierce. Here are 8 little invertebrates who punch above their weight class at dinner time. CHAPTERS View all DRAGONFLIES 0:46 REGAL JUMPING SPIDER 1:43 EPOMIS BEETLES 2:49 PRAYING MANTIS 4:34 BOBBIT...
SciShow
Carnivorous Sponges — So That's a Thing
There aren't many creatures as safe and chill as the humble sea sponge, right? Well, not so fast! It turns out there's a whole family of carnivorous sponges that trap and eat small animals using spines and migrating stomaches!
SciShow
6 Remarkable Ways Animals Catch Their Food
Claws and teeth are one way to catch a meal, but here are six animals that have evolved some pretty unique hunting techniques. Chapters FROGFISH 0:51 BOLAS SPIDERS 2:16 3 HUMPBACK WHALES 4:22 PISTOL SHRIMP 5:19 8:14 HUMANS 8:39
SciShow Kids
5 Reasons Why Dolphins Are Awesome
Dolphins aren't just smiley and cute! Jessi gives you 5 reasons why dolphins are awesome in this episode of SciShow Kids.
TED Talks
TED: What I learned from spending 31 days underwater | Fabien Cousteau
In 1963, Jacques Cousteau lived for 30 days in an underwater laboratory positioned on the floor of the Red Sea, and set a world record in the process. This summer, his grandson Fabien Cousteau broke that record. Cousteau the younger...
SciShow
Dangerous Soaps: How Animals Use Surfactants
When you think of surfactants, you might think of soaps, detergents and other man-made chemicals. But it turns out that some other animals utilize their own versions of these sudsy molecules.
SciShow
That’s Not a Rattlesnake… It’s an Owl!
When living underground leaves them vulnerable to attack, burrowing owls have a trick up their sleeve—they’ve developed the ability to mimic rattlesnake sounds that scare off predators!
SciShow
5 Ways Orcas Have Earned the Nickname “Killer Whale”
Orcas are some of the most effective predators in the ocean, and each population of them has entirely different prey preferences and hunting techniques, more than earning their nickname “killer whale!” Chapters 1 MAKING WAVES 2:12...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Where do genes come from? - Carl Zimmer
When life emerged on Earth about 4 billion years ago, the earliest microbes had a set of basic genes that succeeded in keeping them alive. In the age of humans and other large organisms, there are a lot more genes to go around. Where did...
Crash Course
Community Ecology II: Predators - Crash Course Ecology
Hank gets to the more violent part of community ecology by describing predation and the many ways prey organisms have developed to avoid it.
Crash Course
Community Ecology: Feel the Love - Crash Course Ecology
Interactions between species are what define ecological communities, and community ecology studies these interactions anywhere they take place. Although interspecies interactions are mostly competitive, competition is pretty dangerous,...
SciShow Kids
Meat-Eating Plants
Many animals eat plants, but did you know some plants eat animals? Jessi and Squeaks explore some of their favorite meat eating plants!
Curated Video
Exploring the Strangest and Most Unique Animals in the World
In this video, we explore some of the strangest and most unique animals in the world, including the platypus, the Komodo dragon, the glass frog, the domestic silk moth, and many more. From their unusual physical characteristics to their...
Curated Video
Animals and Toxins: Exploring the World of Venomous Creatures
This video provides an overview of various animals that use toxins to kill their prey or protect themselves. It highlights examples such as the puffer fish, viper snake, bees, wasps, stingrays, and the lionfish. The video also clarifies...
Curated Video
Discovering the Fascinating World of Sharks
This video provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of sharks, highlighting their unique characteristics and abilities. From their cartilage skeletons and constant motion to their incredible eyesight and electric field sensing,...
Curated Video
The Majestic Birds of Prey: Eagles and Hawks
This video provides an informative overview of eagles and hawks, highlighting their diverse species, habitats, and hunting behaviors. It emphasizes the importance of protecting these magnificent birds of prey, which are facing threats...
Curated Video
Exploring the World of Owls: Fascinating Facts and Myths
This video explores the fascinating world of owls, highlighting their unique characteristics and behaviors. From their intelligence and silent flight to their powerful hunting abilities and monogamous mating habits, owls are truly...
Curated Video
The Fascinating World of Owls: Masters of Stealth and Perception
In this video, we explore the fascinating characteristics of owls. From their ability to turn their heads 135° in either direction to their unique eye structure and exceptional hearing, owls are truly remarkable creatures. Their stealthy...
Curated Video
Distinguishing Alligators from Crocodiles: Snout Shape and Other Visual Clues
In this video, the difference between alligators and crocodiles is explored through visual cues such as the shape of their snouts and the placement of their eyes. It is explained that alligators have a rounded, wide snout, while...
Curated Video
Pursuing Excellence and Inspiring Others
In this video, Mr. Faraz Jade, the fastest bird on the planet, shares his insights on pursuing excellence. He emphasizes the importance of giving our best effort and energy to every activity we do, just like how Falcons hunt with...