Sunflower Stars Now Critically Endangered

Though sunflower star numbers have plummeted, scientists are holding out hope for these once-common denizens of the Pacific.

Dec 11, 2020 | 2 min 40 sec

It’s Time to Listen

Researchers capitalized on a summer without cruise ship traffic to hear how whales respond to a quieter underwater world.

Dec 1, 2020 | 6 min 45 sec

The Ochre Sea Star

Meet the unassuming intertidal predator that turns its prey into soup.

Nov 4, 2020 | 1 min 15 sec

The Extravagant Pageantry of Nudibranchs

With their wild colors and mesmerizing shapes, sea slugs bring pizzazz to the seafloor.

Nov 3, 2020 | 3 min 20 sec

Hiding in Plain Light

A natural phenomenon of light and waves helps prey fish use stealth when running from predators.

Jun 30, 2020 | 2 min

Keepers of the Deep

Using specialized breathing equipment, a brave team of researchers dives into the ocean’s twilight zone to protect its little-known reefs.

May 5, 2020 | 6 min 50 sec

The Spawning Squid Samba

A frenzy of flashing tentacles tornadoes next to the Calvert Island dock as tens of thousands of squid put on a sensual performance. So dim the lights and join us for Squid Sex 101.

Apr 27, 2020 | 4 min 45 sec

Gray Wolves of Calvert Island

The coastal wolves of the Great Bear Rainforest are distinct from their mainland cousins. The Calvert Island pack has found a veritable smorgasbord this spring—an all-you-can-eat buffet of squid and whale.

Apr 17, 2020 | 2 min 30 sec