Episode #101 - Mysterious Mantas
The manta ray is one of the ocean's stealthiest and most awe-inspiring creatures. Amazingly, not much is known about where they go or what they do. Georgia Aquarium is on the cutting edge of research and has developed ground-breaking satellite technology to track the manta's migratory patterns. Join host Jeff Corwin as he and and Dr. Tim Mullican from Georgia Aquarium race to find and tag mantas in the open water in hopes of uncovering some of the unanswered questions about this mysterious, majestic animal.
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Episode #102 - Great Gators
Deep in the wetlands, lives an apex predator that is the designer and keeper of its environment. It is the great American Alligator. Join host Jeff Corwin as he explores the Albino Alligator and its key characteristics at Georgia Aquarium and then ventures out to the Everglades to observe the Alligator in its natural habitat. He’ll get hands-on with these amazing creatures that are a part of our national heritage.
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Episode #103 - Turtle Tale
Animals are genetically designed to care for their young and generally make good parents. But sometimes, they are not destined to stay with and care for their offspring and the little ones become animal orphans. One such orphan is Murphy, a loggerhead sea turtle rescued by Georgia Aquarium. This is the story of Murphy and his journey from rescue, to rehabilitation, and finally to release back into the wild.
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Episode #104 - All's Whale That Ends Whale
After diving with and feeding the Georgia Aquarium’s whale sharks, Jeff heads off to the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico to track migrating sharks in the wild. Along the way, Jeff joins the Georgia Aquarium team as they attempt one of the world’s first blood draws from a whale shark in the open water. Using other migrating animals for comparison, Jeff seeks to unlock the enigma of the annual travels of the world’s largest fish.
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Episode #105 - Birds of a Feather
Many animals are at the mercy of their environments, and when a disaster occurs, these animals and their habitats can become endangered. The African Penguin and the Brown Pelican are two examples of animals in critical condition after catastrophic oil spills. In this episode, Jeff Corwin visits with penguins at Georgia Aquarium, then journeys out to the Breton National Wildlife Refuge in Louisiana to study the Brown Pelican and the efforts in place to protect this precious species.
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Episode #106 - Reef Madness
Coral reefs are critically important to our Earth’s environment as they are home to countless marine animal species and form delicate ecosystems. But they are also in critical condition. Dive with host Jeff Corwin as he explores coral reefs and the work being done by Georgia Aquarium and the Coral Restoration Foundation to protect and preserve these important marine organisms.
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Episode #107 - Best of Ocean Mysteries 1
With so many amazing aquatic experiences so far, Jeff Corwin and the Georgia Aquarium team take a look back at nearly two months of exciting activities and projects.
Episode #108 - Alien Invaders
Imagine what would happen if an animal is introduced to a new environment with few or no predators. This is exactly what happened with the Lionfish off the East Coast of the United States. The Lionfish was both purposely discarded into the ocean by unsatisfied pet owners and accidentally released after Hurricane Andrew destroyed an aquarium. It has flourished to the point that great measures need to be taken to keep its population at bay. Host Jeff Corwin teams up with Georgia Aquarium and NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, as together they set out to capture, study, and control this invasive species.
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Episode #109 - Tagging Along
Even though sharks are at the top of the underwater food chain, their survival is in serious condition due to human activities. Host Jeff Corwin works alongside Georgia Aquarium experts to study sharks and their health. From tagging to drawing blood to performing an ultrasound, the team will work to better understand these apex predators and how conservation efforts can ensure their future.
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Episode #110 - Tough Jobs
Ever wondered what goes into running the largest aquarium in the world? Join host Jeff Corwin as he finds out. He suits up, and along with the experts and some powerful tools, dives into the depths of the Georgia Aquarium. He learns exactly what it takes to maintain 8.5 million gallons of water and more than 120,000 animals.
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Episode #111 - Go West - Otters
Sea Otters are a keystone species in that they help keep their ecosystem in balance. At one point, humans hunted sea otters almost to extinction for their fur. But now, the major threats are pathogens, parasites, and oil spills. Join host Jeff Corwin as he travels to the California Coast as he works with the men and women of the Monterey Bay Aquarium to rescue stranded sea pups, place them in maternal care at the aquarium, and help them develop survival skills for their eventual release. It’s a monumental effort, but all worth it, to save these loveable creatures.
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Episode #112 - Marine ER
If you think emergency rooms are just for humans, think again! The Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, California rescues, treats, and rehabilitates injured marine mammals every day. Cases have included diseases, entanglements, and even gunshot wounds. Join host Jeff Corwin as he goes behind-the-scenes at the Marine Mammal Center and finds out how California sea lions and other marine animals are treated.
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Episode #113 - Animal Care
Imagine taking care of thousands of animals, including the largest fish on the planet. That is the monumental task that the men and women of Georgia Aquarium take on every day. Follow host Jeff Corwin as he gets a behind-the-scenes look at how these aquarists keep animals, such as bottlenose dolphins and beluga whales, well-fed, healthy, and thriving.
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Episode #114 - Manatees
Long ago, sailors reported seeing mysterious creatures swimming through the oceans that they believed to be mermaids. It is now thought that what they were actually seeing were manatees. Even though these animals can measure up to 13 feet they are extremely gentle. Join host Jeff Corwin as he explores the world of the manatee. He’ll swim alongside them, examine their unique characteristics, and explore how intelligent they are.
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Episode #115 - Otter the Blue
The staff at the Monterey Bay Aquarium is on the hunt for a distressed California sea otter that was recently released from their Sea Otter Rescue Program. Will they be able to find the sea otter, safely secure him, and bring him back in for treatment before it's too late? Join host Jeff Corwin as he helps locate and rescue a southern sea otter in this exciting new adventure.
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Episode #116 - Best of Ocean Mysteries 2
With so many amazing aquatic experiences so far, Jeff Corwin and the Georgia Aquarium team take a look back at nearly two months of exciting activities and projects.
Episode #117 - Circle of Life
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we don’t always get to see the interconnectedness of the animals that share our planet. Dive in with host Jeff Corwin as he examines the circle of life in the waters off of Monterey Bay. He’ll experience the day in the life of some playful and rambunctious sea lions. Get up close and personal with the ocean sunfish, the world’s heaviest bony fish and perhaps the most unique looking.
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Episode #118 - Secrets of the Deep
Beneath the surface of the ocean lies a world full of mystery. Join host Jeff Corwin as he dives into the unknown and discovers what is hidden in the depths. He’ll search for fossils from ancient creatures, encounter a nighttime spectacle of Manta rays, and go searching for the stealthiest creatures to learn the secrets to their survival.
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Episode #119 - Best of Ocean Mysteries 3
With so many amazing aquatic experiences so far, Jeff Corwin and the Georgia Aquarium team take a look back at nearly two months of exciting activities and projects.
Episode #120 - Hawaiian Monk Seals
With only 1,100 left, Hawaiian monk seals are in a battle for survival. Helping them in this fight is a group of dedicated men and women from NOAA. Follow host Jeff Corwin as he teams up with them to learn more about this native Hawaiian species and how to prevent their extinction. They will travel to a remote island to examine monk seals up close and be a part of a rescue effort to save a monk seal in trouble.
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Episode #121 - Hawaii Fly-O
The native birds of Hawaii face a harrowing future: their extinction. Large populations have vanished due to the success of invasive species. Join host Jeff Corwin as he travels to the rarely seen corners of Hawaii to get an up close look at the spectacular Laysan albatross and other native bird species. He’ll learn how conservation efforts are striving to increase dwindling populations, and he’ll even get a special peek at a future generation of these amazing birds.
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Episode #122 - Turtle Tales
Once hunted for their meat and eggs, the green sea turtle’s population faced extinction. But thanks to conservation efforts and public awareness, their numbers have bounced back. Travel along with host Jeff Corwin as he works with the foremost experts on green sea turtles. He’ll get an up close and personal look at these resilient animals and dive into their underwater world.
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Episode #123 - Elephan-TASTIC! Seals
Every year, Año Nuevo State Park is the mating and birthing ground of elephant seals. Join Jeff as he gets an amazing look at these monolithic creatures, from the 2½ ton males battling for dominance to the newly weaned pups learning to swim. He'll also witness how some pups are not as lucky and end up stranded or abandoned. He'll take part in a rescue and see how The Marine Mammal Center is working to rehabilitate elephant seals and give them a new chance at life. It's an awe-inspiring journey you won't want to miss!
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