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What is Migration?
Migration is nearly universal within the animal kingdom; Animals across the globe, from birds and mammals to reptiles and insects, migrate for a whole variety of different reasons. Resources on Earth fluctuate and change constantly. Warm...
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What is an Ecosystem?
An ecosystem is a complete community of living organisms and the nonliving materials of their surroundings. This includes plants, animals, microorganisms and their environment, such as soil, rocks, and minerals. An Ecosystem also...
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British Wildlife: Common Frog
Welcome to another episode of Natural World Facts! This fact file is all about the Common Frog in the series Reptiles and Amphibians.
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The Taming of the Shrew 1.2 Word Nerd: “ass”
This video explains the etymology and usage of the word "ass" in English, which refers to donkeys and other beasts of burden. It highlights how the term evolved to describe someone as foolish or silly, much like its use in Shakespeare's...
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British Wildlife: Bees
It’s springtime, meaning the garden is buzzing with the sound of bees, collecting pollen and nectar from a variety of flowers and blossom. They’re attracted to the bright colours and sweet smells of the flowers which rely on the bees to...
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How to Answer 'What Animal Are You?' and Other Weird Interview Questions
How would you give an impressive answer to the tough interview question 'What animal are you?' then this video is for you. Interviews may ask variations of this question such as what animal would you be or what is your favourite animal....
Great Big Story
Pat Craig's Mission, Transforming Lives at The Wild Animal Sanctuary
Explore Pat Craig's journey in rescuing and caring for over 420 large carnivores at The Wild Animal Sanctuary.
Brave Wilderness
Snapped by the World's Fastest Jaws
How hard can the world's fastest jaws snap? We're about to find out! In this video, Mark takes us on an adventure in the jungles of Costa Rica tracks down the legendary Trapjaw Ant! Then, he ranks it on the all-new Brave Wilderness...
Great Big Story
Saving NYC's birds at the Wild Bird Fund
Discover how NYC's Wild Bird Fund rescues and rehabilitates over 4,000 birds annually.
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Paleontologists
“Paleontologists” discusses the role of paleontologists and how these scientists recreate dinosaurs for display.
Great Big Story
Wesley Larson, From Montana to "Griz Kid", A Journey in Wildlife Conservation
Follow Wesley Larson's adventure from a childhood in Montana to becoming "Griz Kid," a dedicated wildlife conservationist working with bears across North America.
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The Whisper of the Woods
I shot this on location in the UK's New Forest National Park, a haven of wild heaths and ancient woodlands, sheltering an oasis of wildlife. I visit the woods quite often - once a week, if I'm able - but year by year I can see the...
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Hamlet 3.1 Word Nerd: Monster
This video explores the etymology of the word "monster" as used in Shakespeare's "Hamlet," explaining its original meaning tied to mythological creatures that are part human and part animal. It delves into how Shakespeare's audience...
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Hamlet 2.2 Word Nerd: Offal and Kite
This video explores the origins and meanings behind specific terms used by Shakespeare in his plays, focusing on "awful" and "kite." The video clarifies the etymology of "kite," referring to a bird of prey, and how this term came to be...
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Why Prometheus Risked Everything For Humans
Greek Gods are notorious for petty squabbling, brutal punishments, and meddling in people’s love lives. But in the myth of Prometheus, an immortal makes the ultimate sacrifice for the sake of humankind. A wily Titan who stole fire from...
PBS
Are Cyborgs Really Monsters?
Advances in technology are always met with some degree of technophobia – and villainization. Anxieties about humans being replaced by machines immediately emerged alongside voices praising their life-enhancing benefits. What is it about...
PBS
El Chupacabras, a Modern Mystery
Did you know there are two different types of chupacabras? Or that these bloodsucking monsters only starting popping up 25 years ago? Sightings of el chupacabras, the “goatsucker,” began in Puerto Rico in 1994 for a very real reason—the...
Great Big Story
Living with Wolves Saved My Life
Discover how the Warriors and Wolves program is aiding veterans through nature and animal-assisted therapy.
Great Big Story
These Skinks Are on the Brink of Extinction
Meet SJ, the largest prehensile tailed skink in the Solomon Islands, known for its unique features and habitat challenges.
Curated Video
Chia-Seed Animal Sculpture
Procedural video showing students how to create their own chia pet using air dry clay and chia seeds.
Great Big Story
Lya Battle's mission of love at "Land of the Mutts" dog sanctuary
Lya Battle, founder of Territorio de Zaguates, offers refuge to stray dogs in Costa Rica, advocating for their care, diversity, and adoption.
Great Big Story
Protecting Pangolins From Poachers in South Africa
Join wildlife biologist Wes Larson on an extraordinary quest to unravel the mysteries of the elusive pangolin, the most trafficked mammal on Earth. In South Africa, Wes teams up with dedicated conservationists, Francois Meyer and Dr Ray...