SciShow
The World's 5 Rarest Animals
Today's extraordinarily depressing dose comes to you in honor of Lonesome George, the world's last Pinta Island tortoise, who passed away earlier this summer - Hank brings us the stories of five more extremely rare animals who may be...
Bozeman Science
LS4D - Humans and Biodiversity
In this video Paul Andersen defines biodiversity and explains the impacts humans are having on the planet's biodiversity. Humans are impacting the variety of life on our planet through habitat destruction, invasive species, pollution,...
Bozeman Science
Human Population Impacts
In this video Paul Andersen talks about the impacts of human growth on the environment and on themselves. The population, affluence, and destructive technology of a population impact the environment according to the IPAT equation. An...
Great Big Story
The resilient giants, exploring the life of Aldabra Tortoises
Dive into the world of the Aldabra tortoise, a species celebrated for its longevity and resilience, thriving amidst environmental challenges.
Wonderscape
Consequences of Human Activity on Earth
Explore how human activities like extraction, climate change, mass extinction, and environmental injustice impact the planet. Learn about the devastating effects of mining, fossil fuel consumption, and habitat destruction, and discover...
Wonderscape
Endangered Owls and Conservation
Learn about the endangered owls, including the majestic Blackeston's Fish Owl and the Snowy Owl, and the threats they face from climate change and habitat destruction. Discover conservation efforts and how you can help protect these...
Great Big Story
The plight of the Matschie's tree kangaroo
Meet Zana, a Matschie's tree kangaroo, and learn about the threats to her existence from habitat destruction and hunting.
Great Big Story
The plight of Madagascar's spider tortoise
Learn about the critically endangered spider tortoise, facing threats from hunting, pet trade, and habitat loss.
Great Big Story
Ring-tailed lemurs, survival in shrinking habitats
Dive into the life of the ring-tailed lemur, facing habitat destruction in Madagascar but thriving in conservation efforts globally.
Great Big Story
The endangered beauty of the Addra gazelle
Learn about the critically endangered Addra gazelle and its struggle for survival.
Great Big Story
The Decline of the Sulawesi Tarictic Hornbill
Endemic to Indonesia, the Sulawesi tarictic hornbill faces habitat destruction and hunting, causing its population to decline.
Great Big Story
The plight of the hyacinth macaw
Explore the challenges facing the hyacinth macaw, from illegal trade to habitat loss.
Great Big Story
Exploring the unique world of the toco toucan
Dive into the life of the toco toucan, facing threats from habitat loss and the pet trade.
Great Big Story
There Are Only 100 of these Antelopes Left in the Wild
Explore the enigmatic world of the Eastern Bongo, a captivating species found only in select regions of Kenya. With their striking chestnut and white stripes, these majestic creatures stand as symbols of Kenya's rich biodiversity....
Great Big Story
Yuni the Binturong, a unique rainforest dweller
Dive into the world of the binturong, a creature with a blend of bear, cat, and monkey traits.
Great Big Story
The Resilient Giants, Exploring the Life of Aldabra Tortoises
Dive into the world of the Aldabra tortoise, a species celebrated for its longevity and resilience, thriving amidst environmental challenges.
Great Big Story
There Are Only 100 of these Antelopes Left in the Wild
Explore the enigmatic world of the Eastern Bongo, a captivating species found only in select regions of Kenya. With their striking chestnut and white stripes, these majestic creatures stand as symbols of Kenya's rich biodiversity....
Wonderscape
Exploring Giraffe Diversity: Species and Subspecies Across Africa
This video explores the diversity of giraffe species across Africa, discussing the debate among scientists about their classification. It introduces the four main groups: reticulated, southern, northern, and Masai giraffes, detailing...
Curated Video
Techniques, History, and Environmental Impact of Mining
Mining is the process of extracting valuable materials from the Earth's surface, such as metals, coal, and gemstones. It has been practiced since ancient times and has played a crucial role in the development of civilizations. However,...
Visual Learning Systems
People and the Environment: Species Extinction and Exotic Species
Students will explore the notion of resource conservation, and identify the differences between renewable and non-renewable resources. Some of the ways our environment may be harmed via pollution, deforestation, species extinction, and...
Curated Video
USA: THREATENED SPECIES WORSE THEN PREVIOUSLY BELIEVED
Washington, U.S. September 28, 2000 and File
(Endangered Species File - VNR)
1. Sumatran orangutan and baby
2. Sumatran rhino playing in the mud
3. Golden Bamboo lemurs in a tree
4. Radiated tortoise
(Washington, DC Sept. 28 -...
Curated Video
Crocodile rescue from Cambodia dam destruction
Lurking in the still waters by the banks of a Cambodian lake is a silent killer.
But the Siamese crocodile is itself in grave danger.
Less than 100 years ago, this large reptile was abundant in much of Southeast Asia.
But today Siamese...
Curated Video
See the endangered "human fish" in its natural habitat
Have you ever seen an olm?
Well, here it is.
Looking like a pink snake with four small legs and two tiny red gills, the olm is an extremely rare creature that lives in subterranean waters.
The blind salamander can be found at the...
Curated Video
San Francisco Hotels Booked with Bees
HIGH ABOVE THE BUSY STREETS OF SAN FRANCISCO...SOMETHING NEW IS BUZZING.SEVERAL OF THE CITY'S TOP HOTELS HAVE BUILT HIVES ON THEIR ROOFTOPS... TO HELP THE COUNTRY'S BEE POPULATION DEVASTATED BY DISEASE AND HABITAT LOSS...SOUNDBITE...