Janine Benyus has a message for inventors: When solving a design problem, look to nature first. There you'll find inspired designs for making things waterproof, aerodynamic, solar-powered and more. Here she reveals dozens of new products...

Ocean explorer Robert Ballard takes us on a mindbending trip to hidden worlds underwater, where he and other researchers are finding unexpected life, resources, even new mountains. He makes a case for serious exploration and mapping....

Jessi and Squeaks make a new friend named Grady, and he teaches them about all the living things you can find in soil!



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LS4.D: Biodiversity and Humans - There are many different kinds of living...

In this video Paul Andersen explains how biodiversity can be measured through genetic, species, or ecosystem variety on the planet. Species diversity is increased through speciation and decrease through extinction. The mechanism for...

A song of ants and fire and ant-decapitating flies.

Virus hunter Nathan Wolfe is outwitting the next pandemic by staying two steps ahead: discovering deadly new viruses where they first emerge -- passing from animals to humans among poor subsistence hunters in Africa -- before they claim...

New ReviewThis program investigates the concept of why biodiversity is important by comparing ecosystems which are healthy and those that are less healthy. High and low biodiversity help explain these ideas. The idea of species extinction is also...

New ReviewThis colorful video program introduces students to the concept of biodiversity. Live-action footage of plants and animals from throughout the world helps students comprehend how the number of species in a place influences biodiversity....

New ReviewIn this program students are introduced to the ideas of low biodiversity and high biodiversity. Through common, everyday locations the video helps students easily comprehend these important concepts. Students will also consider the...

New ReviewIn this video students compare places on Earth where biodiversity is high (tropical rainforest) to areas of low biodiversity (tundra). Students will also consider the biodiversity of areas where they live. The video correlates to the...

Lying south of mainland Southeast Asia and north of the continent of Australia, Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world. While it’s a vast country, only about 40 percent is land—the rest is sea. Strategically located between...

A video titled "How Much Can Ecosystems Hold?" discusses the needs of species in an ecosystem.

The safari environment features diverse ecosystems, including grasslands and woodlands, shaped by wet and dry seasons. The wet season brings vegetation that attracts herbivores, while predator-prey relationships maintain ecological...

The Seychelles is a leader in turtle conservation, focusing on Hawksbill and green turtles. Various organizations work to protect these species and their habitats, with key areas established for their preservation. The Aldabra giant...

Madu Ganga is a vital wetland ecosystem in Sri Lanka, featuring 64 islands and rich biodiversity. Tourists enjoy boat safaris through mangrove forests, observing wildlife and visiting cinnamon plantations. The area is home to local...

The safari ecosystem features diverse habitats and species, influenced by climate and predator-prey dynamics. Herbivores are vital for food chains and landscape management. Cultural ties to safari animals emphasize the need for...

Mexico | Quintana Roo

Pupil outcome: You can use geographical and scientific vocabulary to describe key features of the rainforest. Key learning points: - The rainforest is a type of environment or biome, with a distinctive climate and ecosystem. - The...

Pupil outcome: I can understand how natural changes and human activities affect the balance of small-scale ecosystems. Key learning points: - Ecosystems are finely balanced and can be affected by changing one component. - College Lake is...

After traveling thousands of miles, the young humpback whale reaches Antarctica, where the cold waters are full of food like Antarctic krill. Whales use a smart hunting method called bubble netting—blowing bubbles to trap krill so they...

As the whales swim south, the water gets colder and more dangerous, with predators like sharks and killer whales nearby. Baby humpbacks stay quiet, using soft sounds to talk to their moms and avoid being found. Ocean currents like the...

As the East Australian Current flows past the remote and vibrant Lord Howe Island, it brings not only life-sustaining nutrients but also a threat—plastic pollution from faraway lands. While most seabird species on the island are thriving...

As the migrating whales rest near Fish Rock, a hidden underwater cave reveals a mysterious world teeming with life and danger, ultimately leading to a sanctuary for critically endangered Grey Nurse Sharks—once misunderstood and nearly...

The Gondwana Rainforests of Australia are living relics of a prehistoric world, remnants of ancient forests that once blanketed over half the Earth’s surface and are now preserved along Australia's east coast. In these sacred...