wildlife

Wild Rockies episode 1 – Canadian Rockies

Wild Rockies episode 1 – The Borderlands

Nature / 2 minutes of reading / / By

Wild Rockies episode 1 – The Borderlands: In springtime, a narrow corridor in the Canadian Rockies known as the Kootenays is the only area where 16 of North America’s native carnivore species come together. It’s bad news for the native elk, moose, and caribou–all are aware of this seasonal threat and work hard to ensure they and their young remain one step ahead of danger. Witness the dramatic struggle for survival.     In the idyllic confines of the Rocky Mountains, the challenges for local wildlife are varied and intense. High altitudes, treacherous waterways, native predators, and more make for […]

Wild Rockies episode 1 – The Borderlands Read More »



From Space episode 4

From Space episode 4 – Changing Planet

Nature / 1 minute of reading / / By

From Space episode 4 – Changing Planet: cameras in space tell stories of life on our planet from a brand new perspective.     At a time when the Earth’s surface is changing faster than ever in human history, watch cities grow, forest disappear and glaciers melt. In the ever-growing grey of cities one man is feeding thousands of parakeets; in Sumatra a female orang-utan and her daughter face life in a forest under threat; while in Tanzania local people use satellites to replant a forest, securing the future for a family of chimpanzees. This is our home as we’ve

From Space episode 4 – Changing Planet Read More »



From Space episode 2

From Space episode 2 – A New Perspective

Nature / 1 minute of reading / / By

From Space episode 2 – A New Perspective: cameras in space tell stories of life on our planet from a brand new perspective.     Earth’s surface is covered in weird and wonderful patterns. The Australian outback is covered in pale spots, the work of wombats; a clearing in the endless green canopy of the Congo rainforest has been created by an incredible elephant gathering; and the twists and turns of the Amazon make a home for rehabilitated manatees. This is our home, as we’ve never seen it before.

From Space episode 2 – A New Perspective Read More »

From Space episode 1

From Space episode 1 – A New Perspective

Nature / 1 minute of reading / / By

From Space episode 1: cameras in space tell stories of life on our planet from a brand new perspective, revealing new discoveries, incredible colours and patterns, and just how fast it is changing.     Cameras in space tell stories of life on our planet from a brand new perspective. Satellites follow an elephant family struggling through drought, reveal previously unknown emperor penguin colonies from the colour of their poo, and discover mysterious ice rings that could put seal pups in danger. Using cameras on the ground, in the air and in space, Earth from Space follows nature’s greatest spectacles,

From Space episode 1 – A New Perspective Read More »



Mexico's Artificial Reefs

Reef Wrecks episode 5 – Mexico’s Artificial Reefs

Nature, Travel / 1 minute of reading / / By

Shy sweepers, territorial grouper, and the world’s largest fish, the whale shark, all have one thing in common: They love a good shipwreck. Explore the sunken ships off the Yucatan Peninsula as they slowly transform into coral reefs, becoming a surprising and much-needed source of food and shelter.      Mexico’s Artificial Reefs The new artificial reef in Mexico’s Riviera Maya is currently under construction by an expert team of engineers, environmentalists, architects and specialized divers. Longer than the Brooklyn Bridge, Kan-Kanán will span a 1.9-kilometer area parallel to the coast of reef construction Puerto Morelos. From the air,

Reef Wrecks episode 5 – Mexico’s Artificial Reefs Read More »

Roatan

Reef Wrecks episode 4 – Roatan

Nature, Travel / 2 minutes of reading / / By

The number of shipwrecks off the coast of Roatan suggest that these waters pose a threat to passing vessels – but the fact is most of these ships were deliberately sunk. The purpose? To create artificial reefs that attract a dazzling array of marine plants and creatures, in a bid to form a sustainable ecosystem.     Roatan Roatan is an island in the Caribbean, about 65 kilometres off the northern coast of Honduras. It is located between the islands of Útila and Guanaja, and is the largest of the Bay Islands of Honduras. The island was formerly known as

Reef Wrecks episode 4 – Roatan Read More »



New Providence

Reef Wrecks episode 3 – Bahamas

Nature, Travel / 2 minutes of reading / / By

Most of the ship and plane wrecks that line the reefs surrounding the Bahamian island of New Providence have a cinematic quality to them. And with good reason: Many were actually used in a handful of classic Hollywood films dating back to 1916. Dive into the rich history of these ghostly relics.     Bahamas – New Providence New Providence is the most populous island in the Bahamas, containing more than 70% of the total population. It is the location of the national capital city of Nassau, whose boundaries are coincident with the island; it had a population of 246,329

Reef Wrecks episode 3 – Bahamas Read More »

Reef Wrecks episode 2 - Florida Keys: Shipwreck Trail

Reef Wrecks episode 2 – Florida Keys: Shipwreck Trail

Nature / 2 minutes of reading / / By

The waters off the Florida Keys are home to a time capsule: the famed and eerie Shipwreck Trail. From World War II freighters to 19th-century steamships, these relics of a bygone era are preserved in their watery graves, home to an exotic array of marine life.     The ocean floor is home to centuries’ worth of sunken vessels integrated into marine habitats. Explore extraordinary wrecks around the world and learn how these artificial structures have become a part of the ecosystem–and in some cases, a vital tool in reversing the effects of human impact. Florida Keys: Shipwreck Trail Within

Reef Wrecks episode 2 – Florida Keys: Shipwreck Trail Read More »

Reef Wrecks episode 1 Bonaire

Reef Wrecks episode 1 – Bonaire

Nature, Travel / 2 minutes of reading / / By

The small island of Bonaire is a Caribbean diving destination that boasts a unique collection of shipwrecks transformed into makeshift coral reefs. These artificial habitats provide a haven for marine life in a constantly changing ecosystem.     The ocean floor is home to centuries’ worth of sunken vessels integrated into marine habitats. Explore extraordinary wrecks around the world and learn how these artificial structures have become a part of the ecosystem–and in some cases, a vital tool in reversing the effects of human impact. Bonaire Bonaire is an island in the Leeward Antilles in the Caribbean Sea. Together with

Reef Wrecks episode 1 – Bonaire Read More »

Wonders of Life episode 5

Wonders of Life episode 5 – Home

Science / 2 minutes of reading / / By

Wonders of Life episode 5: as far as we know, there is only one place in the universe on which life has taken hold – earth – but for how much longer will this distinction remain? Astronomers are on the brink of finding other worlds the same size as earth and the same distance from their star. Professor Brian Cox considers what it is about our world that has made it a home and asks what ingredients are necessary to turn a tiny spec of rock in space into a living, vibrant planet.     To find out, Brian has

Wonders of Life episode 5 – Home Read More »

Cuba

Cuba – A Paradise on the Brink

Nature / 2 minutes of reading / / By

Cuba is at a crossroad. On one side: 50 years of isolation from the modern world has preserved an ecological paradise. The other: Profits. The two-part series plunges us right into a race against time. Leading the pack is Cuban scientist dedicated to creating nature reserves before the sweeping changes on the horizon make it too late. Marveling at the unspoiled beauty of this long-isolated Nature Isle we learn the urgent need to protect the future of an ecological jewel. Will the almighty dollar destroy this eco wonderland?   Cuba – The Green Island part 1     On one

Cuba – A Paradise on the Brink Read More »

Scroll to Top