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Bizarre Beasts
Bad News: The Ocean Is Full of Spiders*
New ReviewSea spiders are not actually arachnids, although they certainly look the part. They’re weird guys, and the specifics of their strangeness may actually help us to better understand how all invertebrate groups evolved.
Bizarre Beasts
These Things Are Alive
New ReviewThe salp's seemingly simple body hides a surprisingly complex life history that involves cloning itself, changing sex, and fighting climate change through the power of poop.
Bizarre Beasts
This Creature Is Older Than The Concept of Blood
New ReviewWelcome back to Bizarre Beasts: Season Zero, where we are remastering episodes of Bizarre Beasts that were originally created for Vlogbrothers. This episode, Feather Stars! The ancient sea creature that has been on this planet for 500...
Bizarre Beasts
How Water Keeps Sea Snakes Out of the Atlantic
New ReviewYou’d think that animals adapted to life in the open ocean would ignore arbitrary distinctions like ‘Pacific’ and ‘Atlantic.’ But they don’t. Or, at least, this month’s Bizarre Beasts, the sea snakes, don’t… Because, despite being...
Bizarre Beasts
Anchovies Stir The Ocean By...Doing It
New ReviewHow do the layers of the ocean mix together? The energy put in by the winds and tides is less than what’s required for the amount of mixing, so what else is bringing the mixing energy? Turns out, it might be very active anchovy...
Curated Video
Golden Gate Bridge for Kids
New ReviewHow was the Golden Gate Bridge built—and why is it so famous? This video takes kids on a journey through the history and engineering of one of the world’s most iconic bridges. Learn how workers overcame fog, wind, and huge challenges to...
Curated Video
Japan Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe Area
New ReviewThe Japanese cities of Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe rank just after Tokyo in popularity, and each is unique in its landscape, local culture, and lifestyle. In traditional Kyoto, the pace of life is less frenetic than in Tokyo, and people tend...
Curated Video
South Africa Leisure Time
New ReviewWith the country’s natural beauty and temperate climate, it’s obvious why most people in South Africa enjoy the outdoors. Magnificent beaches span the entire eastern coast and the Western Cape, providing a focal point for much of the...
Curated Video
Brazil Customs
Births and baptisms are causes for celebration throughout the Catholic world. But unlike people in other cultures, Brazilians celebrate a child’s first birthday with such fanfare that the festivities sometimes rival wedding receptions....
Curated Video
The Story of Captain William Kidd | Pirate History for Kids
Captain William Kidd began as a privateer hired to protect English ships—but ended up accused of piracy and executed in 1701. His trial shocked England and helped shape laws about piracy at sea. Some say he was a criminal; others believe...
The Daily Conversation
The Largest Science Projects in the World
From land to sea to space, scientists are using incredible tools to make new discoveries. These are the ten largest instruments in use around the world.
The Daily Conversation
Dueling MEGA-Bridges | China's Future MEGAPROJECTS: Part 8
Hong Kong and Shenzhen are each racing to finish multi-billion dollar mega-bridges across the Pearl River Delta to take advantage of inexpensive land and labor costs on the western side.
Curated Video
Plastics and Your Health
A video entitled "Plastics and Your Health" which talks about how plastics move up the food chain.
Curated Video
Ocean Properties
A video entitled "Ocean Properties" which talks about the temperature, salinity, and color of the ocean.
Curated Video
Arctic Warming Is Out of Control But Can We Fix It?
Arctic sea ice is melting at record levels throwing global weather into chaos and contributing to extreme warming. There are three MAJOR climate systems that may be approaching their tipping points, and their future depends, in part, on...
Curated Video
How Otters Are Saving Earth’s Underwater Forests
Hidden beneath the surface of our coastal seas are towering forests - of kelp. These underwater ecosystems are as crucial to our environment as their land-based counterparts. We explore them alongside conservationists working to restore...
Curated Video
The Graveyard of the Atlantic (Outer Banks)
The Outer Banks, known as the "Graveyard of the Atlantic," is home to thousands of shipwrecks, including Blackbeard’s infamous Queen Anne’s Revenge. But beyond the maritime history, this fragile coastline is rapidly changing—threatened...
Curated Video
Earth's Worst Mass Extinction Is Actually a Warning
There is a surprising natural wonder in the middle of the vast West Texas desert: a prehistoric ocean reef built from the remains of ancient sea life. This fossil-rich landscape tells the story of Earth's most devastating mass...
Curated Video
This Is One Of The Most Dangerous Islands In The World
This Is One Of The Most Dangerous Islands In The World
Wonderscape
Understanding Hurricanes, Typhoons, and Cyclones: The Science Behind Tropical Storms
Science Kids Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Bomb Cyclones, Atmospheric Rivers, Floods and Extreme Weather This video explains the differences between hurricanes, typhoons, and cyclones, detailing how they form and the impact of the Coriolis...
Wonderscape
Sharks, Whales, and Piranhas: How Ocean Predators Balance Nature
Science Kids Ocean Predators - Killer Whales, Great White Sharks, Piranhas and More! Predators play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of marine ecosystems by controlling the populations of prey species. By preying on certain...
Wonderscape
Cloning Endangered Species: A Hope for Genetic Diversity and Ecosystem Restoration
Science Kids Cloning Endangered Species - Pros and Cons The video discusses the potential of cloning technology in preserving endangered species and restoring ecosystems. By introducing genetic diversity through cloning, scientists aim...
Wonderscape
Great White Sharks: The Apex Predators of the Ocean
Science Kids Ocean Predators - Killer Whales, Great White Sharks, Piranhas and More! The great white shark, a solitary and formidable predator of the ocean, boasts impressive physical attributes and hunting capabilities. With its...