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Environment Video - Get an in-depth look at the constantly changing Earth, from natural disasters like volcanoes and tornadoes, to global warming and other effects of climate change.

Habitats >> Oceans - Explore the world's most thrilling habitats in breathtaking video featuring coral reefs, hydrothermal vents, and more.
- Antarctic Ocean - The coldest, windiest place on Earth holds 60 percent of the fresh water on the planet. Recent expeditions to the Weddell Sea produced more than 700 new species, including giant carnivorous sponges.
- Arctic Ocean - Crowning the top of the world, the frozen Arctic Ocean provides an unlikely home for a spectrum of enchanting creatures. Above the ice and below, beluga whales, narwhals, bowhead whales, walruses, and murres prosper.
- Belize Coral Reef - The world's second largest coral reef is under threat, off the coast of Belize.
- Bermuda - The waters around Bermuda host a liquid jungle of creatures that exist in floating forests of golden brown sargassum seaweed. Deep within its waters live bioluminescent deep-sea creatures, reminiscent of comets, suns, and stars.
- Boat Alarm Could Save Manatees - June 4, 2009—Manatees can't hear the low sounds of boat engines, which is why the animals are frequently injured, a researcher says. A high-pitched alarm could solve the problem.
- Coastal Cleanup - Each year, hundreds of thousands of volunteers gather to clean up coastlines around the world.
- Coral Reefs - Coral reefs are the foundation of many marine ecosystems—and they are in danger.
- Cuba Gets Green Cred - November 14, 2008—Cuba is the only country that meets the criteria for sustainable development from the conservation group WWF. But concern persists for once thriving Caribbean marine turtles.
- Declining Fish - World fish stocks may run out by 2048, reveals a new report from Science Magazine.
- Deep Sea Robo-Help - November 26, 2008—Scientists searching the depths of the ocean for undiscovered marine life off the coast of Maine get help from a well-equipped robot.
- Elkhorn Coral - White pox is wiping out the elkhorn coral. And the disease may be coming from people.
- Galapagos - The Galapagos was Darwin's laboratory for the study of the origins of life. See the amazing creatures he studied in 1835—giant tortoises, sea turtles, flightless cormorants, iguanas, and penguins.
- Great Barrier Reef - The largest living structure, the Great Barrier Reef spans more than 1,200 miles (2,000 kilometers) of islands and submerged reefs. A plethora of coral thrives here, along with a sweep of parrotfish, surgeonfish, barracuda, and sharks.
- Gulf & Caribbean - The mix of moonlight, tide, and temperature triggers an extraordinary explosion of life in these waters. When the conditions are just right, divers can witness the reproduction of corals, snappers, yellowhead jawfish, and nurse sharks.
- Hawai'i - Created by a string of spectacular undersea volcanoes, the islands are surrounded by creatures whose ancestors preceded human beings by millions of years.
- Herring Hazards - Wild Chronicles dives into a big fish story. While the fish themselves may not be large in size, a herring's importance as a source of food in the ocean is bigger than people know.
- Hydrothermal Vents - One of the strangest ecosystems on Earth lies deep under the ocean.
- Mediterranean Cleanup - A program in Spain is cleaning up its marine ecosystems by stopping pollutants while they're still on land.
- Mediterranean Sea - The Mediterranean sea bed holds treasures from thousands of years of trade across its waters. Among the scattered shipwrecks, divers can also find rich coral reefs full of natural wonders, as well as the racing bluefin tuna.
- Monterey Bay - Monterey Bay boasts an undersea canyon that is deeper than the Grand Canyon. This rich environment is home to krill, Humboldt squid, mola mola, and a plethora of tiny animals that thrive in giant kelp forests.
- New Species Found at Great Barrier - May 21, 2009—In and around Australia's Great Barrier Reef, researchers with the Census of Marine Life have discovered hundreds of new species.
- Oceans Overview - The ocean produces 70 percent of the Earth's oxygen and drives our weather and the chemistry of the planet. Most of the creatures on Earth live in the sea. But our knowledge of the ocean is far outstripped by our impact on it.
- Patagonia - At the Peninsula Valdez, a pod of orcas undertakes a daring dining ritual, risking beaching themselves to catch seals and sea lions. These waters are also home to Chilean sea bass, albatross, and Magellanic penguins.
- Penguins (Cutely) Count Selves - February 27, 2009—Microchip-implanted penguins in Argentina are helping scientists by just doing what comes naturally on the birds' favorite "highway" to the sea.
- Reef Balls - A company is helping to improve endangered coral reefs, thanks to people who want to "sleep with the fishes."
- Turtle Excluder - Endangered sea turtles are making a comeback thanks to the T.E.D.—the Turtle Excluder Device.
- West Indian Ocean - Two of the world's swiftest currents connect off the east coast of Africa, creating some of the richest biological areas of the sea. This ocean is home to the legendary coelacanth fish.
- Whales Tagged to Prevent Collisions - June 18, 2009—In the busy waters off Massachusetts, researchers are hand-tagging humpback whales to learn how to protect the species from potentially lethal collisions with ships.
Energy - Learn about new sources for energy and see how they work.
Environmental Threats - Get a first-hand look at the greatest dangers facing the environment.
Global Warming - See the effects global warming is having on polar bears, arctic ice, glaciers, and more, and learn about how CO2 and other greenhouse gases are contributing to climate change.
Going Green - Get tips on how you can help keep the environment healthy.
Green Guide - A myriad of ways to reduce your carbon footprint.
Habitats - Explore the world's most thrilling landscapes in breathtaking video.
Natural Disasters - Witness the awesome power of nature through incredible footage of tsunamis, earthquakes, tornadoes, volcanoes, and more.
Ocean Now - National Geographic's Ocean Now is a project to study the last healthy, undisturbed places in the ocean. Follow Dr. Enric Sala and a team of scientists as they explore the pristine waters of the southern Line Islands.
Preserve Our Planet - preserve our planet
State of the Earth - See exactly what's going on in the envriornment around the world, and get a sense of what's working and where we can make major improvements.
Threats to Animals - Take a closer look at the biggest challenges faced by other members of the animal kingdom in today's changing environment.

Animals Video - All the beauty and excitement of the animal kingdom comes to you in thrilling footage of lions, sharks, squid and more.

Daily News Video - See the latest videos or breaking news from researchers and explorers in the field as they make the discoveries that shape the way we see the world.

Environment Video - Get an in-depth look at the constantly changing Earth, from natural disasters like volcanoes and tornadoes, to global warming and other effects of climate change.

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