Ecologist Deborah Gordon studies ants wherever she can find them -- in the desert, in the tropics, in her kitchen ... In this fascinating talk, she explains her obsession with insects most of us would happily swat away without a second...

Raccoons are famous for "washing" their food, but this behavior, called dousing, isn't really about cleanliness.

Deborah Gordon studies ant colonies in the Arizona desert to understand their complex social system. She asks: How do these chitinous creatures get down to business -- and even multitask when they need to -- with no language, memory or...

Elephant seals are among the only known animals on earth to migrate twice a year, but how they do it makes the already incredible feat even more astounding.

Learn some curious facts about the majestic manatee.

Whether it's dandelions blooming in your backyard or purslane sprouting from the sidewalk, vegan forager Alexis Nikole Nelson is on a mission to show how freely growing flora could make its way to your plate. With contagious enthusiasm...

The decisions we make while we browse the internet are suprisingly similar to the ones animals make as they forage for food...here's why.

Hank and his cat Cameo help teach us about animal behavior and how we can discover why animals do the things they do.

About 10 years ago, the news was packed with reports about something called colony collapse disorder — a mysterious phenomenon that involved the disappearance of enormous numbers of bees. Then, the news stopped talking about it. So what...

Interactions between species are what define ecological communities, and community ecology studies these interactions anywhere they take place. Although interspecies interactions are mostly competitive, competition is pretty dangerous,...

See how she celebrates her birthday at the San Diego Zoo.

Watch a troop of gorillas play with some new toys and even enjoy some birthday cake.

See how she celebrates her birthday at the San Diego Zoo.

See how she celebrates her birthday at the San Diego Zoo.

Sea turtles are ancient creatures that have witnessed the expansion and extinction of dinosaurs. They have evolved to adapt to aquatic life, with flippers, a flattened carapace, and lungs capable of filtering oxygen efficiently. These...

Discover how Singapore’s Native bar uses foraged ants, grasshoppers, and local ingredients to craft unique cocktails.<br/>

With a better understanding of ecosystems and their habitats, we are ready to discuss behavioral ecology. This looks at how organisms interact and how this effects the ecosystem. What is foraging? What about parasitism, or mutualism? How...

Discover how Tama Matsuoka Wong, a forager for Michelin-star chefs, transforms wild plants like sumac and cattail shoots into gourmet ingredients, bridging nature and culinary artistry.<br/>

Why was the development of early agricultural techniques a crucial evolutionary step? Discover how early farming techniques transformed Neanderthal Man. Biology - Adaptation And Evolution - Learning Points. The last ice age ended 12,000...

Join us on a journey through Europe and Western Asia as we explore the world of Neanderthals. Discover how they adapted to fluctuating climates, hunted large animals, and foraged for plants. Learn about their sophisticated tools,...

Join Ari Rockland-Miller and Jenna Antonino DiMare as they explore the wonders of wild mushroom hunting, uncovering culinary treasures in nature.

Join Chef Bun Lai at Miya's Sushi in New Haven as he pioneers a unique culinary approach by foraging invasive species to create sustainable and delicious dishes. With a passion for environmental restoration, Chef Bun Lai explores the...

This video details the life cycle of ducks, from nesting habits to the dangers faced by ducklings. It explains the different nesting types, egg incubation, and the early development of ducklings. The video also covers the crucial first...

Permaculture instructor Andrew Millison visits Black Dirt Farm in Vermont, and speaks with owner Tom Gilbert where they collect local waste from nearby towns and process it into beautiful compost.