PBS
A Short Tale About Diplodocus' Long Neck
Long necks gave sauropods a huge advantage when it came to food, but not in the way you think. And this benefit would allow them to become the biggest terrestrial animals of all time!
PBS
Artists find inspiration in nature and history of Everglades National Park
Artists have long taken to the outdoors to do their work. Now, a new program, Artist in Residence in Everglades (AIRIE), puts a new emphasis on that important synergy. Jeffrey Brown visited Everglades National Park to see how artists are...
TED Talks
TED: How to design mosquitoes out of cities | Cameron Webb
As cities adopt greener, more sustainable designs, there's risk of a dangerous and unwelcome tenant moving in: mosquitoes. Researcher Cameron Webb explains what urban planners and the general public need to understand about mosquitoes --...
Bozeman Science
Land Use
In this video Paul Andersen explains how land is developed for human use. Urbanization has occurred through the last century as people have moved to cities in large numbers. Transportation and the arrival of the car have led to urban...
MinuteEarth
The Secret Global Sewer System
Ditches and drain pipes help crops survive but can negatively impact the broader landscape.
Crash Course
Why Does Jakarta Flood So Easily? Crash Course Geography
Today we're going to talk about how and why floods happen both in spite of, and because of, us. Specifically, we'll take a closer look at the island of Java, and its largest city, Jakarta, and explain the factors that lead to serious...
Curated Video
Exploring Africa's Diverse Safari Habitats
The African safari showcases a variety of habitats, including savannas, woodlands, and wetlands, each with unique ecosystems. Savannas are known for large herbivores and predators, while woodlands offer resources and challenges for...
Curated Video
The Surprising Way They Collect Traditional Turf in Ireland
Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel! Immerse yourself in Ireland's ancient traditions as we explore the art of turf cutting, blending culture, and the challenges faced by this time-honored practice. Fluctus is a website and YouTube...
Great Big Story
Discovering the Blanding's turtle, a hidden gem of the wetlands
Explore the unique characteristics and conservation challenges of the Blanding's turtle, known for its bright yellow throat and longevity.
Curated Video
Exploring Aquatic Biomes: Rivers, Lakes, and Oceans
This video takes viewers on an engaging journey to explore aquatic biomes, focusing on freshwater and marine ecosystems. They explain the characteristics of rivers, lakes, wetlands, and oceans, highlighting the diverse plant and animal...
Curated Video
The Rising Toll of Floods
Each year, flooding kills around 100 Americans and displaces some 75,000 from their homes. And as sea levels rise, storms dump more and more rain, and dams and levees continue aging and increasingly failing, the cost of flooding is...
Curated Video
This Is Why Worse Droughts Mean WAY Worse Floods
We try to get to the bottom of this paradox and unravel the role that climate change is truly playing in our increasingly erratic weather and precipitation patterns. We also look at large climatological elements like atmospheric rivers...
Curated Video
Abiotic Factors in Ecosystems
What happens when non-living factors in an ecosystem are altered, such as rainfall or air quality? Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. An ecosystem is a living system interacting with its physical habitat. Changes in biotic and...
Curated Video
Depositional Features
Discover more about depositional features, such as floodplains and levees. Some of the world's largest deltas are visible from space. What are these fertile and diverse features, and how are they formed? Earth Science - Geology -...
Great Big Story
The plight of the giant garter snake in California's wetlands
Explore the challenges facing the giant garter snake, an aquatic species battling habitat loss in California.
Wonderscape
Connective Bodies of Water: Marshes, Estuaries, and Straits
Discover how marshes, estuaries, and straits connect different bodies of water and maintain balance in their ecosystems. Learn about the vital roles of marshes and estuaries in filtering water and supporting life, and see how straits act...
Great Big Story
Discovering the Blanding's Turtle, A Hidden Gem of the Wetlands
Explore the unique characteristics and conservation challenges of the Blanding's turtle, known for its bright yellow throat and longevity.
Curated Video
Wet + Land = Wetland
Dr. Forrester explains the importance of wetlands and what they provide to humans and other living things.
Great Big Story
Meet the Serval, Africa's Agile Hunter
Discover the fascinating serval, a medium-sized African cat known for its long legs, large ears, and incredible jumping ability. Learn about its habitat, diet, and the challenges it faces.
Curated Video
The Bald Eagle
The Bald Eagle, symbolizing strength and freedom, reflects the spirit of the United States. Chosen as the country’s national bird in 1782, this powerful animal is unique to North America.
Wonderscape
Protecting Endangered Ducks: Conservation Efforts and Challenges
This video addresses the threats to duck populations worldwide, focusing on habitat loss, hunting, and pollution. It spotlights endangered species like the Brazilian Merganser and Madagascar Pochard, detailing the conservation efforts to...
Financial Times
Tackling a growing methane problem starts with the pipes
FT Energy Source - Emissions of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, are on the rise. The Permian Basin in the US is a key contributor, due in large part to leaky pipes. President Joe Biden has reinstated laws on plugging oil and gas leaks...
Curated Video
What an Interesting Land We Have
Dr. Forrester teaches the student about the following terms and physical features: sea level, elevation, bayou, plateau, levee, hurricane, Mississippi embayment, barrier islands, plains, wetlands, Mammoth Cave, and Jockey's Ridge.