Do animals think? It's a question that has intrigued scientists for thousands of years, inspiring them to come up with different methods and criteria to measure the intelligence of animals. Bryan B Rasmussen navigates through this...

The researchers have found that almost all the illegal ivories are from recent poaching. Meanwhile, humans are not only animals that are farsighted!

As a breeze blows through the savannah, a snake-shaped tube stretches into the air and scans the horizon like a periscope. But it's not seeing— it's sniffing. Containing no bones and an estimated 40,000 muscles, an elephant trunk is one...

In which John Green investigates the dawn of human civilization. John looks into how people gave up hunting and gathering to become agriculturalists, and how that change has influenced the world we live in today. Also, there are some...

Elephants are huge, so you might think all those extra cells would mean more cancer, but scientists have some new insights into why this is isn't the case.

We learn a lot about our surroundings thanks to sound. But... what is it exactly? Sound, that is. What is sound? And how does it travel? And what is this Doppler Effect that we've heard so much about? In this episode of Crash Course...

Our planet was once populated by megafauna, big top-of-the-food-chain predators that played their part in balancing our ecosystems. When those megafauna disappear, the result is a "trophic cascade," where every part of the ecosystem...

The human body is full of mysteries, but we can start to solve those mysteries with help from science and the bodies of grandma whales.

You are probably aware of the fact that elephants make trumpeting noises - but did you know that most of their communication is so low pitched that humans can’t even hear it?

In which John Green investigates the dawn of human civilization. John looks into how people gave up hunting and gathering to become agriculturalists, and how that change has influenced the world we live in today. Also, there are some...

The mirror test is supposed to be a way to figure out when an animal is self-aware, but there might be only one particular animal this test works well on: humans.

Did you know that Polymers save the lives of Elephants? Well, now you do! The world of Polymers is so amazingly integrated into our daily lives that we sometimes forget how amazing they are. Here, Hank talks about how they were developed...

What do gray wolves, elephants, and parrotfish have in common? They're all keystone species, which means they have an especially large impact on their habitat. SciShow explores how these animals keep their ecosystems running.

Get to know this large marine mammal.

Learn all about Asian and African elephants, and how zookeepers integrate new elephants into the habitat.

Zookeepers at the San Diego Zoo integrate Jewel, an Asian elephant with some health issues, into the Elephant Odyssey exhibit.

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This video explores the fascinating world of whales and their incredible abilities with sound. From echolocation to intricate songs sung during mating rituals, whales showcase the...

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In this video transcript, we explore the incredible superpowers of elephants beyond their renowned super strength. From their versatile trunks that can delicately pick up a peanut to...

The former circus elephant was first moved to San Diego Zoo in 2013, but sadly passed away in March of 2017 at an early age. See the sweet moment Mila made a friend after spending many years alone.

The former circus elephant was first moved to San Diego Zoo in 2013, but sadly passed away in March of 2017 at an early age. See the sweet moment Mila made a friend after spending many years alone.

Howcast - Check out part 5 and beat Episode 2: "The Cavalry" of Jurassic Park: The Game with this online demo of the third-person adventure .

Herbivores are crucial in ecosystems, acting as a foundation in food chains. They manage vegetation growth, fostering plant diversity and creating habitats for other organisms. Their migration to water sources supports ecological...

Pinnaeala Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka is a sanctuary for orphaned and injured elephants, established in 1975. Spanning over 25 acres, it houses over 90 elephants and promotes awareness about conservation. Visitors can witness daily...

From a giant, edible "50" to various fruit snacks... see how the keepers helped him celebrate his big day.