Well, I’ve made another short prehistoric animation. This one is about a mosasaur attacking a plesiosaur in late Cretaceous Morocco. Enjoy! Note: No AI was used to make this. This entire animation was made and narrated by humans. Transcript: 66 million years ago, the vast deserts of Morocco were covered in water. Here, marine reptiles…
Category: Nature Documentaries
Ocean Planets: Real Life Subnautica?
In space, there are planets called “ocean worlds”, which are fully or partially covered in liquid water. Some of these planets may be similar to those depicted in media, such as Kamino in Star Wars, Miller’s Planet in Interstellar, and Planet 4546B in Subnautica, and they may even harbor sea life. Currently, Earth is the…
The Decline of Florida’s Coral Reefs
The Florida Keys’ coral reefs may seem healthy and full of life, but in reality, they have become coral graveyards. Since the 1970s, the Keys’ colorful coral reefs have been dying at an alarming rate, and now, 90% of the coral in the Keys is gone. While scuba diving in Key Largo, I filmed the…
We Found a Nest of Baby Bunnies and Watched Them Grow Up!
One spring, my wife and I happened upon a burrow of baby bunnies. From peaceful grazing to predator evasion, this is their story. Everything started when we saw a large bunny near our house. This species is known as the eastern cottontail. Unbeknownst to us, she was a mother. A few days later, we discovered…
Exploring El Yunque National Forest
While I was scuba diving in Puerto Rico, my wife lost her AirPod on a tour with friends in El Yunque National Forest. So, being the nature nut I am, I was happy to go looking for it. El Yunque is special because it’s the only rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System.
During our quest for the lost AirPod, we explore nature trails, visit Yokahú Tower, enjoy local Puerto Rican food, and ultimately, embrace the beauty of the Río Mameyes at Puente Roto. Come adventure with us!
Countries That Have Eradicated Rabies
Rabies is one of the deadliest diseases on Earth. If you are bitten or scratched by a rabies infected animal, and you do not seek medical treatment before you experience symptoms, your chance of death is nearly 100%. Fortunately, some countries have reduced or eradicated rabies. Take a look at this map from the CDC….
Earth Creatures That Can Survive in Space
Does life exist on other planets? Probably, but we haven’t found it yet. However, our own planet Earth is home to otherworldly organisms that can survive extreme conditions, including the vacuum of space. These creatures offer us a glimpse into what we can expect from alien lifeforms. Tardigrades (aka Water Bears) First up are Tardigrades,…
The History of the Gulf of Mexico
Long ago, there was a giant supercontinent called Pangaea, where all the world’s continents lived in harmony. Over the next 200 million years, the continents experienced a massive breakup and went their separate ways. In the midst of this breakup, a small body of water formed and became what is now known as the Gulf…
10 Animals That Mate for Life
In the animal kingdom, survival is the ultimate battle, and there’s often little room for long-term relationships. Yet, the nature of, well, nature has caused some animals to evolve monogamous partnerships that can often last for life. Here are 10 animals that prefer to stick together. 1. Mimic Poison Frog The mimic poison frog is…
Is Velociraptor the Ancestor of Today’s Birds?
If birds are dinosaurs, does that mean modern birds are descended from raptors? Looking at the piercing eyes and sharp talons of hawks and eagles, it’s easy to think they are great great great (millions of times multiplied) grandchildren of Velociraptor. However, the answer is a little more complicated. First off, raptors are NOT the…
Tidewater Teddy 