Dr Neil Burnie's Final Mission Before His Death To SAVE The Ocean | Curious?: Natural World

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The oceanographic schooner Sedna IV joins scientists who are attempting to attach satellite transmitters on sharks and turtles to better understand the movements of the last great migrators that frequent the rich waters of Cocos Island National Park. But the animals are not protected once they leave the safety of the park perimeter.

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00:00:00 - Season 1 Episode 10
Turtles, guardians of coral reefs and seagrass, face endangerment due to egg overharvesting, persistent poachers, and illegal fishing in Costa Rica. Despite efforts by environmentalists to educate locals, controlling poachers remains a formidable challenge.

00:43:01 - Season 1 Episode 5
Humpback whales, known for their complex songs, sing vigorously during breeding season on Silver Bank, Dominican Republic, where scientists from the Sedna IV study their behavior. While diving, scientists witness calves playing with divers, showcasing mutual curiosity, and observe Alaskan humpbacks using songs to synchronize hunting efforts, employing bubble-net techniques to trap fish, creating a spectacular sight.

01:25:58 - Season 1 Episode 4
Located off the coast of Costa Rica, Cocos Island is one of the most spectacular diving sites in the world. But the abundance of sharks in this protected marine reserve attracts poachers.

1000 Days For The Planet - Biodiversity on our planet is in trouble. Plant and animal species are going extinct at a rate unprecedented in earth's history. Some scientists believe that if nothing is done, between a third and half of all species on earth could disappear by the end of the century.

This series 1000 Days for the Planet offers a troubling overview of the situation. Following the journey of the oceanographic schooner Sendna IV and its crew, the series captivates viewers with footage that is strikingly beautiful and spectacular but also brutally hard to watch at times. Ultimately, however the accounts of scientists engaged in a never-ending struggle to save our planet's species from a truly inspiring story for all citizens of the world.

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All Comments (5)
  • @davegavin7914
    I didn’t no he had died ? Watched a lot of his work RIP sir thank you for all you’ve done 🙏🏻👏👏
  • @lorettaellis49
    Watching these guys made me remember Ron and Valery Taylor who did a lot of the shark filming of Jaws only Valery is still alive Ron has Passed ...it's just amazing I think ❤❤❤❤❤❤