What happens when the fish that sustain a community start disappearing? Environmental activist Lamin Jassey shares how industrial fish meal factories are devastating local waters, livelihoods and health in The Gambia — and how...

Climate change doesn't just melt ice caps, it also fuels conflict, corruption and division worldwide, explains TED Fellow and journalist Peter Schwartzstein. From droughts in Syria to rising seas in Bangladesh, he explores how climate...

Denizens of the Deep

When you think about the deep blue sea, you might instantly think of whales or coral reefs. But spare a thought for giant clams, the world's largest living shellfish. These incredible creatures can live to 100, grow up to four and a half...

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...

In this collection of classic MinuteEarth videos, we tackle the science of size.

The One That Got Away (Size Matters)

Janet Echelman found her true voice as an artist when her paints went missing -- which forced her to look to an unorthodox new art material. Now she makes billowing, flowing, building-sized sculpture with a surprisingly geeky edge. A...

Denizens of the Deep

Mangrove forests are crucial to the health of the planet, gobbling up CO2 from the atmosphere and providing a home for a diverse array of species. But these rich habitats are under continual threat from deforestation and industry. In an...

How did fishermen record their trophy catches before the invention of photography? In 19th century Japan, fishing boats were equipped with rice paper, sumi-e ink, and brushes in order to create gyotaku: elaborate rubbings of freshly...

We need a radically new approach to ocean conservation, says marine biologist and TED Fellow Alasdair Harris. In a visionary talk, he lays out a surprising solution to the problem of overfishing that could both revive marine life and...

Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel for a feature on the quality processes and dedication done by the Japanese Fishermen in Nagashima, know for its intensive production of Yellowfin Tuna.



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Sing with Leo the Truck the Red Fish song for kids. Leo and friends went fishing. Look, they caught a red fish. Кedfish don't eat worms! Don't think twice about it. The fisherman will catch you, listen to my advice!

This video highlights the collaboration between Japanese buyers and Indonesian fishermen to address the declining tuna population in Indonesian seas. The establishment of a large tuna hatchery in Bali aims to sustain the supply of tuna...

Learn about the challenges small-scale fishers face when their high-quality fish gets lost in the mass market dominated by industrial catches. This video also delves into the inefficiencies and environmental costs of the global seafood...

While communities like Port Orford work to find a balance between fishing and conservation, deceptive labeling has become a prevalent issue in the industry. Mislabeling, often due to fraud, undermines the value of small-scale fishers...

Meet a family deeply rooted in halibut fishing and learn how their work and their lives have changed in recent decades. Nora recounts her upbringing on longline boats and the demanding, rewarding nature of the work. Her father, Matt,...

St. Paul Island, a small fishing community in the Bering Sea, relies heavily on halibut stocks, is struggling as fish trawlers damage the halibut supply. As these industrial boats trawl for various types of fish, they often unintentially...

This video explores the culture, lifestyle, and history of the Pequot tribe, who lived in Connecticut. Known for their fierce warrior reputation, the Pequots were skilled farmers, hunters, and fishermen. The tribe had strong trade...

Learn how a community effort is removing ghost traps from Puerto Rico's ocean post-hurricane

Explore the fascinating story of Santa Cruz del Islote, a unique island off the coast of Colombia that houses over 1200 residents on land equivalent to two soccer fields. Discover the challenges and simplicity of life in this close-knit...

Explore the fascinating story of Santa Cruz del Islote, a unique island off the coast of Colombia that houses over 1200 residents on land equivalent to two soccer fields. Discover the challenges and simplicity of life in this close-knit...

This video highlights the efforts of the local community in Ryong, a remote and impoverished province in Indonesia, to protect and restore their marine resources. With the support of environmental organizations like WWF, they have...