Scientists have discovered significant changes in the Atlantic Ocean’s ecosystem that might have been caused by shifts in ocean circulation.

Discover how climate, water, soil, plants and animals function as one and depend on each other in distinct ecosystems, which can range from a pond to an ocean, a tree to a vast forest. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. An ecosystem...

The video explores the effects of ocean acidification on our planet, with a focus on the impact it has on shellfish and the food chain. It offers solutions and highlights the work of Earth Echo International and scientists in the Pacific...

Is it a fuzzy sock? An overripe banana? A moldy tube of toothpaste? In fact, it’s a humble sea cucumber: a brainless, fleshy form surrounding a digestive tract, and bookended by a mouth and an anus. And while it might look odd, its daily...

Around the world, living things have managed to build truly extraordinary ecosystems in some of the last places you would think to look. Understanding these ecosystems can help us protect or repair them, and it can also help us...

When most people think of fishing, we imagine relaxing in a boat and patiently reeling in the day's catch. But modern industrial fishing -- the kind that stocks our grocery shelves -- looks more like warfare. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and...

Check out nine abundant animals that help support the food chain in their ecosystems!

It looks like the evolution of ocean-going whales like Borealodon may have affected communities found in the deep ocean, like the ones found around geothermal vents. And it turns out that when a whale dies, that’s just the beginning of...

Decking out your pets with miniature hats is a sure recipe for a great photo. But scientists are accessorizing animals with various technological trinkets to help us learn more about the animals themselves and the places they live.

After passing its last critical design review in February 2020, PACE has entered its integration and testing phase of development. PACE's primary sensor, the Ocean Color Instrument (OCI), is a highly advanced optical...

A deep-sea ‘gold rush’ led by China could soon have catastrophic consequences for marine ecosystems.

Research predicts that within 15 to 20 years, human-caused deoxygenation will be felt across the world's oceans. A new study published in the American Geophysical Union's journal found that oxygen levels in the world's oceans are...

This video explores how climate change impacts ecosystems, focusing on the effects of rising sea levels, ocean acidification, and coral bleaching. Learn how changes in the climate disrupt marine life, threaten animal habitats, and...

Discover the vital role of sea turtles in marine ecosystems, where they act as keystone species influencing their environment profoundly. This video shows how their dietary habits benefit other marine life and ocean health,...

For the first time, NSF-funded researchers at the University of California Santa Barbara have collected long-term evidence that links rising levels of carbon and changes in ocean chemistry in Antarctic waters to the inability of...

Ecosystems and biomes takes students on a journey around the globe to tropical rain forests, deserts and the ocean. Live footage and colorful graphics teach students about regions and climates, and explain the impact environments and...

The video discusses the issue of ocean acidification and its impact on marine ecosystems and human health. It also highlights the work of scientists and organizations, including the XPRIZE Foundation, in developing tools to measure ocean...

This video details the effects of global warming, highlighting its impact on marine life, polar ice melt, rising sea levels, and disrupted animal hibernation patterns. It emphasizes the significance of increased greenhouse gases from...

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...

The marine ecosystem intricately connects with life on land through processes like the production of DMS gas by algae, which seeds clouds and nourishes inland rainforests—rainforests that in turn return nutrients back to the sea. As...

This program explores the major features of earth's amazing biosphere. Students are introduced to the biotic and abiotic components found in an ecosystem. Footage from throughout the world illustrates how ecosystems can change over time....

The climate, animals, and plant life vary greatly in the different parts of the world. Students explore how wildlife and the environment work together in harmony. By viewing the program and engaging in activities, viewers will learn to...

In Water as a Natural Resource we are introduced to words such as habitat, ecosystem, watershed and estuary. Not only do kids learn that water exists everywhere on Earth, but that it is vital for life in plants, animals, and all other...

This video provides an engaging and informative look into the diverse diet of sharks, showcasing their role as top predators in the ocean. From plankton to other sharks, these fascinating creatures exhibit a wide range of feeding...