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Two young narrators talk about dolphins, those mammals of the sea. Addresses their physical characteristics and method of communication. Shows where they live, what they eat, and how they play. Notes that the pink dolphin is a rare fresh water dolphin. Reminds the viewer that keeping the environment clean and recycling trash are two methods of protecting this familiar animal.
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In Australia, scientists have found dolphins using tools to find food. The bottlenose dolphin has been observed covering their beaks with basket sponges as they forage for food. The sponge helps them uncover fish hiding in the sandy sea bottom and protects their snouts from scrapes and stings. Part of the "News of the Day" series.
Looks at the career of dolphin trainer. Covers the subjects: How do dolphins get trained? What subjects to take in school to be a dolphin trainer? Why is math important to be a dolphin trainer? Are dolphins fish? Do dolphins communicate with each other? What are mammals? Part of "Career Opportunities for Young People" series.
Whales are fascinating. They're also, oftentimes, absolutely gigantic, which makes storing them in a museum collection quite challenging. In this episode, host Emily Graslie visits the Smithsonian's "Whale Warehouse" to chat with Curator of Marine Mammals Dr. Michael McGowen about the incredible specimens housed in this unique space. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
Features Emily, the six-year-old host, who learns about snakes and camels, takes care of kittens, swims with dolphins, and goes snorkeling. Using a natural, unscripted format, Emily investigates the world through her own candid comments and questions, engaging everyone she meets. Teaches young learners basic concepts about the world around them in a manner that is positive and nonthreatening.
Cutter is a young Atlantic spotted dolphin. When he was found in a busy harbor in Key West, he was dehydrated and malnourished. A team rescues and rehabilitates him.
Seven-year-old Breno lives in an archipelago off the coast of Brazil. Like his father, he loves diving with the dolphins near his home. Underwater photography enhances the factual information about this graceful mammal, a part of Breno's culture.
Vertebrates use their backbones to move in a variety of ways. Observes and comments on the movement of fish, moray eels, newts, salmon, cheetahs, dolphins, birds, and babies. Highlights the differences and similarities of their movement. Motorized models reveal precisely how some animals' backbones move.
In this episode, host Joe Hanson and YouTuber Molly Burke, who is blind, discuss echolocation. They work through a series of active echolocation exercises to help the brain construct images of their environment. Part of the "It's Okay to Be Smart" series.
Dr. Chris embarks on an underwater adventure where he dives through a cavern to reach a unique spot teaming with vibrant fish and sharks. Then, he races alongside a pod of dolphins, and he even tries his hand at singing with them. Finally, Dr. Chris comes eye to eye with humpback whales. Part of "The Open Road With Dr. Chris" series.
Algae play a vital role in the marine ecosystem. They provide food for all sorts of species, but in rare instances, they can also do harm. Harmful algal blooms occur when colonies of certain types of algae grow out of control and produce toxins that enter the food chain through fish and shellfish. Eventually, the toxins can kill larger marine animals like sea lions, manatees, turtles, and dolphins. It also makes shellfish unsafe for human consumption.
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