Science and Nature

Changing Seas

Produced by South Florida PBS in Miami, Florida, Changing Seas gives viewers a fish-eye view of life in the deep blue. Join scientists as they study earth’s last frontier and discover the mysteries of our liquid planet.

California Sea Otters: Life on the Edge

26m 42s

Adored by many for its cuddly appearance, the threatened southern sea otter is a voracious predator that needs to eat the equivalent of 25% of its body weight a day to survive. Once nearly hunted to extinction, this endearing marine weasel has made a slow comeback on California’s central coast, demonstrating its role as an ecosystem engineer in the process.

Episodes

  • California Sea Otters: Life on the Edge: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    California Sea Otters: Life on the Edge

    S16 E1604 - 26m 42s

    Adored by many for its cuddly appearance, the threatened southern sea otter is a voracious predator that needs to eat the equivalent of 25% of its body weight a day to survive. Once nearly hunted to extinction, this endearing marine weasel has made a slow comeback on California’s central coast, demonstrating its role as an ecosystem engineer in the process.

  • Maui Aloha ‘Āina: From Mauka to Makai: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Maui Aloha ‘Āina: From Mauka to Makai

    S16 E1603 - 26m 42s

    Dedicated scientists, land restorationists, and volunteers are drawing upon the ancient wisdom of the Hawaiian people to revive Maui’s cherished ecosystems. Even amidst profound loss in the wake of recent wildfires, these resilient islanders are committed to reconnecting waterways from Mauka to Makai —from the mountains to the ocean— to heal their island home.

  • Eagle Rays: Soaring on Spotted Wings: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Eagle Rays: Soaring on Spotted Wings

    S16 E1602 - 26m 42s

    Despite its designation as globally “endangered,” relatively little is known about the whitespotted eagle ray’s ecology and life history. Now Florida scientists are combining cutting-edge technology with creative approaches to gain deeper insights into the movement and diet of this elegant fish - allowing them to experience the world from a ray’s point of view for the first time.

  • Ancient Adriatic: Croatia's Sunken History: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Ancient Adriatic: Croatia's Sunken History

    S16 E1601 - 26m 42s

    Archaeologists and conservators along Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast meticulously uncover and document an ancient Roman ship. Submerged in sediment for nearly 2000 years, the preserved wooden hull and recovered artifacts offer invaluable insights into the region's maritime history and cultural heritage.

Extras + Features

  • California Sea Otters: Life on the Edge | Changing Seas | Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    California Sea Otters: Life on the Edge | Changing Seas | Preview

    S16 - 3m 28s

    Adored by many for its cuddly appearance, the threatened southern sea otter is a voracious predator that needs to eat the equivalent of 25% of its body weight a day to survive. Once nearly hunted to extinction, this endearing marine weasel has made a slow comeback on California’s central coast, demonstrating its role as an ecosystem engineer in the process.

  • Maui Aloha ʻĀina: From Mauka to Makai | Changing Seas | Preview

    S16 - 3m 9s

    Dedicated scientists, land restorationists, and volunteers are drawing upon the ancient wisdom of the Hawaiian people to revive Maui’s cherished ecosystems. Even amidst profound loss in the wake of recent wildfires, these resilient islanders are committed to reconnecting waterways from mauka to makai—from the mountains to the ocean—to heal their island home.

  • Ancient Adriatic: Croatia's Sunken History | Changing Seas | Preview

    S16 - 5m 30s

    Archaeologists and conservators along Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast meticulously uncover and document an ancient Roman ship. Submerged in sediment for nearly 2000 years, the preserved wooden hull and recovered artifacts offer invaluable insights into the region's maritime history and cultural heritage.

  • Eagle Rays: Soaring on Spotted Wings | Changing Seas | Preview

    S16 - 2m 51s

    Despite its designation as globally “endangered,” relatively little is known about the whitespotted eagle ray’s ecology and life history. Now Florida scientists are combining cutting-edge technology with creative approaches to gain deeper insight into the movement and diet of this elegant fish – allowing them to experience the world from a ray’s point of view for the first time.

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