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Germanys Mystic Forest Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-04-06 | Dark green, impenetrable forests cover a landscape with secluded valleys and rugged mountain ridges. 2.000 rivers and streams dig deep into the underground and transport their water into reservoirs or "Germany's Wild Amazon", the Wupper. These forests and rivers, together with heathlands and moors, are home to a diverse fauna. Martens, badgers, wild boars, hares, roe deer, red deer and wild boars, even black grouse and hazel deer find shelter in these parts. Wolves have also have a dominant presence, not to mention those who live underground, such as lizards, bats, and snakes. Accompany us on a journey where we explore every corner of this rugged land. Climb underground into the Bergisches Land, through the vast hidden cave systems that sprawl far beneath the forests. There is also much to be discovered in the water, dive with us in crystal clear streams and rivers with their diverse flora and fauna.
Grønland – Survival North of the Arctic Circle in one of the Harshest Areas in the World Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-03-31 | Greenland is the largest island in the world and the landmass closest to the North Pole. 80% of the country is covered by a layer of ice up to 3000 meters thick. Most of the inhabitants of the country are spread over the breathtaking landscape of the ice-free west coast. The country is mostly inhabited by Inuit, who have been feeding on what nature has provided them for thousands of years. But the original life is in a state of change. The modernisation of society and man-made global warming threaten the Arctic natural paradise that is so incredibly important for our planet.Through the eyes of locals we get to know the authentic Greenland: A narwhal hunter in the traditional north of the island struggles for survival. The young Greenlander Kimmernaq leads a group of adventurers onto the endless inland ice and camps with them in the glow of the northern lights. The rescue helicopter is deployed to fight the burning tundra and in Disko Bay marine biologists are exploring the mysterious Greenland shark.
Children of the Sun – Wild Bees Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-03-24 | Bees and butterflies play an important role in the pollination of plants and the production of crops for human and animal consumption. The buzzing of the bees and the vibrant colours of butterflies are the staples of the tranquillity and raw beauty of the countryside – a place which beguiles the eyes and calms the soul. But with the hustle and bustle of modern day life, we tend to neglect the microscopic worlds embedded within our own; the symbiotic relationship between their worlds and ours. Here you will be entertained by captivating fights and sensational performances and be rendered speechless by imposing yet delicate natural structures - a few of what you will find in the habitat of earth’s tiniest nomads – the bees. The realm of the butterflies is also begrudgingly gorgeous and these creatures are perhaps the most fancied species in the insect world. Their beautiful colouring and graceful flight appeal to everyone. And most of all, their phenomenal transformation is testament to the evolving nature of life on earth. This two part film magnifies the world of the bees and the butterflies, showing exactly what they have to offer.Most people associate honey producing insects with the name "BEE". Few realize that there are over 560 different species of bees - most of them live their lives as “busy as a bee," some “abuse" other insects and others are even known to be murderers. The film Children of the Sun - Wild Bees shows the incredible diversity and the stunning adaptations of our "BEES" to various habitats and diverse living conditions. Fascinating fights, sensational performances, imposing structures and colourful creatures – the world of Wild Bees offers all of this and more.
The Secret of Migrating Birds Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-03-17 | Each year in spring, Israel witnesses a unique spectacle. Many millions of migrating birds cross the land bridge between Africa, Asia and Europe. Storks, flamingos, pelicans, raptors and songbirds fly north from their African wintering grounds up the Great Rift Valley. Their first major roosting place after the exhausting nonstop flight over the African deserts is in southern Israel – a vital stopover. Here they replenish their energy reserves.The high concentration of migrating birds in a very limited area provides an ideal opportunity for researchers. It’s an ornithologist’s hotspot. Yet the migration phenomenon still poses a mystery to scientists. Why do birds fly thousands of kilometres over continents? What is the origin of bird migration? By means of small backpack transmitters fitted to the birds, the researcher Ran Nathan tracks them in time and space as with a “black box”. This is possible thanks to highly sensitive GPS satellite telemetry. During the migrating season, the skies above Israel are crowded, and the flyways that birds have used for millions of years cross the flight paths of aircraft. Even the collision with a pelican can be dangerous for a plane. It is like a bullet. The ornithologist Yossi Leshem has come up with a solution. He has developed an effective early warning system which is indispensible for airports particularly in coastal regions, where the migrating birds are concentrated. Each year, at the end of March, the flocks of migrating birds are pursued by flocks of ornithologists from all over the world. Hundreds of birders flood into the port city of Eilat on the Red Sea to take part in the Migration Festival. For a week, Israel’s southernmost coastal resort is home to international scientists and amateur birders. They party, research and take photos.The Berlin-based photographer Thomas Krumenacker travels to Eilat each year in his quest for that ‘special’ picture. Bird-life is his passion. And he gives the phenomenon of bird migration a face.
The Fascinating World of Deep Reservoir Lakes Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-03-10 | Nowhere in Germany it rains as much as in the area of Bergisches Land, in North Rhine Westphalia. More than 130 years ago, people began to build dams - mainly for flood protection and as a drinking water reservoir. They all have one thing in common: they change the character of a river enormously.One of the smallest dams in the Bergisches Land is the Panzertalsperre, with an area of just four-and-a-half football pitches. One the other hand, the Dhünntalsperre is the largest with the area of 660 football pitches. They all transform a stretch of flowing water into still and stagnant water. As a result, completely diverse ecosystems have developed there: where the dipper once dived for insect larvae, cormorants and gray herons now fish and swans and coots cavort. In recent summers, even greater challenges have emerged: the effects of climate change - from extreme drought to destructive floods. On a smaller scale, a rather industrious dam master is operating flood protection: The Beaver. However, the water masses of the Wupper tore away half of his majestic timber castle - and the four young beaver kids were not seen again afterwards. Have they survived the flood? Not everyone can cope with the constant change in the dams, but they still remain an important wonder of engineering for many: for us humans as well as for a number of animals. By combining water management, ecological requirements and tourism a worthwhile goal is possible: Because for the Bergisches Land, its dams are among the most valuable and popular infrastructures that the region has to offer.
Children of the Sun - Butterflies Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-03-03 | Discover nature’s little helpers as they drift from flower to flower, pollinating as they go.Bees and butterflies play an important role in the pollination of plants and the production of crops for human and animal consumption. The buzzing of the bees and the vibrant colours of butterflies are the staples of the tranquillity and raw beauty of the countryside – a place which beguiles the eyes and calms the soul. But with the hustle and bustle of modern day life, we tend to neglect the microscopic worlds embedded within our own; the symbiotic relationship between their worlds and ours. Here you will be entertained by captivating fights and sensational performances and be rendered speechless by imposing yet delicate natural structures - a few of what you will find in the habitat of earth’s tiniest nomads – the bees. The realm of the butterflies is also begrudgingly gorgeous and these creatures are perhaps the most fancied species in the insect world. Their beautiful colouring and graceful flight appeal to everyone. And most of all, their phenomenal transformation is testament to the evolving nature of life on earth. This two part film magnifies the world of the bees and the butterflies, showing exactly what they have to offer.Butterflies are surely the most fancied species of insect. Their beautiful colouring and their graceful flight appeal to everyone. There are close to 4000 types of Butterflies – today many of them are endangered due to the loss of their habitat. What and who is responsible for this loss? Children of the Sun – Butterflies takes you up close and personal to these sun loving beauties and explains why it is crucial for us humans to preserve and provide habitats so the survival of these delicate animals can be ensured.
Fascinating Wildlife at the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-02-28 | This documentary is shot in the protected areas of the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. This stereoscopic natural history film explores the swamp's complex ecosystem and the crucial role played by the American Alligator- one of the last great free-roaming predators on earth. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Michael Watchulonis, expert HD photography creates a magic carpet ride into remote areas of one of the last great black water swamps. The Native Americans called it "Land of the Trembling Earth". It is a stunning landscape forged by fire and ruled by ancient predators. The film enlists renowned alligator biologist Dr. Kent Vliet, of the University of Florida, to delve into the alligator's physiology with spectacular skull specimens and fully articulated skeletons. Vliet's world-class field, laboratory, and classroom experience expertly takes the audience from nose to tail as he illustrates the alligator's unique abilities and predatory..
Adapting the Way of Life to one of the most inhospitable Areas in the World - The Namib Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-02-24 | Hot sand wherever you turn your eyes to – the Namib is the oldest desert of the world, and one of the most hostile ones. But even here, in a valley named Hoanib, there is life! Some animals have developed unique ways to adapt to the harsh life in such a dry area. The biggest of them are Desert Elephants! To survive in Namibia´s desert they have to travel long distances, full of privations. Only alpha cow Clarissa knows where to find the rare water sources. Food is scarce and the heat unbearable, for young Maya the next water source could already come too late. Old bull One Tusk even awaits a harder fate: he is too old and weak to join his family´s migration. While even the tough jackals leave the Hoanib valley during the dry season to find food along the coast, One Tusk remains alone, hoping that soon rain will bring salvation.
Survival in the African Savannah Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-02-21 | In this documentary we visit the African savanna in order to document the struggle for water that has become even more intense as the earth becomes warmer and warmer. We follow various animals including jackals, zebras, and giraffes in an attempt to understand the ecology of the savannah as well as explore the intricate relationships between the various animals residing there.
Spectacular Insights into the Underground Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-02-17 | Many animals feel at home in our gardens. Some are very popular with garden owners, others should disappear as fast as possible – above all the mole. Its famous hills, the entrances to its basement apartment complete with sleeping kettle, pantry and seemingly endlessly long corridors, adorn the carefully tended lawn. Much to the great displeasure of the gardener. What makes the mole return to our gardens each spring? The film tells the story of the probably most unpopular garden dweller. Through impressive under- and overground shots the viewer gets a picture of an animal that everyone thinks they know, but hardly anyone ever sees.
Down to Earth - Flightless Birds Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-02-10 | They’ve given up the wonderful art of flying. Or was it an art they never possessed? The brain structure and anatomy of flightless birds indicate that they descended from "flyers" – so, why don’t they fly? Often weighing around 200 kg, over 2 meters tall and capable of reaching speeds of 70 km / h – these runners have secrets! The largest bird in the world lives (and runs around) in Africa: the ostrich. Its slightly smaller colleague, the emu, conquered Australia. And hanging out with him down under is the dazzling cassowary. The rhea of South America comes in third in terms of size. New Zealand’s takahe, kiwi and kakapo are the smallest among the flightless. There are about 40 non-flyers around the world, including some swimmers, like the penguin.That the birds in New Zealand forgot how to fly is perfectly understandable: for millions of years there were no enemies on the ground. There were no mammals – just birds. Colonizers brought predators into the country that made life for the non-flyers very difficult. But why did the ostrich opt for a life on the ground? In its African habitat, there certainly were more than enough large predators. There are definitely things about ostriches that are still a mystery today. Does the ostrich know more than it’s telling us?
Eagerly awaited by the Animals - The many Faces of Spring in Europe Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-02-03 | It is the most exciting time of the year and we often await it eagerly during the long and gloomy winter months. We think we know what it is like, yet it has many appearances: the spring in Europe. Europe stretches for over 5000 km South to North, and in the same way as climate and landscapes vary greatly along the way, so does the spring show its different faces all along. We follow it from lowlands to mountains, from the midland to the sea, from the warm Southern countries to the very North.The first part of the spring journey takes us from the Spanish inland to the rugged Atlantic and to the Mediterranean. While the North is still covered by snow and ice, here, the first signs of the awakening show up. Rabbits with their young, flocks of cranes, colorful bee-eaters, courting bustards as well as extraordinary exotic species – all enjoy the warming sunrays. We travel further, through the French Provence and into the Alps: flamingos perform their bizarre dancing rituals, wild horses storm through the wetland, meanwhile groundhogs wake from hibernation.On its way to the North, the spring transforms Europe’s landscapes into a blooming garden. It appears in all of its tempers, stormy and misty at times, then again balmy and bathed in light.
Beautiful Antarctica - Tales from the End of the World Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-01-27 | The Antarctic region is undoubtedly one of the most remote and inhospitable, yet one of the most beautiful landscapes of the world. This documentary takes us on a journey to the stormy isolated islands of the Southern Ocean. Seals, penguins, seabirds and numerous other animals live and breed in this hostile environment and harsh climate. Only by an icebreaker can we reach the remote coasts of the Antarctic continent where Emperor Penguins defy the life-threatening environment of the vast ice desert at the end of the world.
Wild Faces of Switzerland Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-01-20 | Marmots work hard all summer to feed incessantly and lay down enough fat reserves to pass the cold season in hibernation. But this is not to be confused with a refreshing night’s sleep: far from it. This is more like a life-threatening emergency state. Scientists have found out that marmots repeatedly need to come round from their hibernation and have a proper sleep if they are to survive the hostile winter at all.Ibex, too, have surprising ways of getting through winter. Even though they live in the high mountains year-round, they don’t appear to like snow at all and prefer to avoid it at all cost. In the cold of the winter nights, their body temperature decreases to save energy – their legs now only measure a meagre 15 degrees. While this would mean certain death from exposure for other animals, it allows the ibex to manage its energy requirements and survive here.These and other astonishing winter-stories lie at the heart of this film, illustrated with stunning and captivating images that bring the impressive wildlife and spectacular scenery to life. Breath-taking aerials give us a bird’s-eye view of remarkable landscapes while amazing locations even take us on excursions below the ice.But even the toughest winter is over at some point and gives respite to fauna and flora. This is when chamois seem to express their joy at the return of spring with wild leaps and bounds. Marmots, on the other hand, have no time for such extravagance: their summer is so short, that the males waste no time and sometimes even mate with females that haven’t come round from their hibernation yet. For them, spring and summer are nothing more than a chance to prepare for their next fight for survival in the tough winter months of Grisons.
Hunters Of The Skies Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-01-14 | Birds of prey are symbols of power, speed and splendour. In fact, there are very few species in the animal kingdom that can be described in as many superlatives. Their amazing use of different senses, their incredible feats of flight as well as their multitude of different hunting strategies are simply astounding. Hawks, buzzards and eagles have conquered every habitat on earth – from the dry arid south, to the cool and moist river valleys, to the coasts of Norway, all the way up to the sparse high mountains. Some of them, like the incredibly versatile hawk, can even hunt in the forest. Their literal eagle eye vision is unrivaled in the animal kingdom. All birds of prey sustain themselves through hunting, and they do so elegantly and, it seems, with effortless beauty and efficiency. This is one of many reasons why they are much admired, even romanticised, by many cultures. Buckle up and join us on this aerial adventure with spectacular insights into this amazing world of birds of prey.
The Stechlin - In the Realm of Clear Lakes Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-01-11 | Cutting edge HD-technology with extreme slow motion and time-lapse features, as well as the deployment of macro optics, lightweight cranes and new underwater camera technology, provide rare and magical insights into the world of the clearest lakes in Brandenburg. Images one cannot get enough of - blue lakes, surrounded by forest, charming bays, wild solitude: In the north of Brandenburg there are lakes, whose clarity reminds one of crystal. Especially lake Stechlin. Sunbeams play on the backs of silver perch, many feet below the surface. In the thicket of the riparian vegetation, pikes lurk, waiting patiently for the right moment to attack, at breath-taking speed. As soon as the water warms up in spring, several pike males try to woo one female. They get as close as they can in order to signalise to the female, that she should deliver some spawn. Scenes never before captured on film. Cutting edge HD-technology with extreme slow motion and time-lapse features, as well as the deployment of macro optics, lightweight cranes and new underwater camera technology, provide rare and magical insights into the world of the clearest lakes in Brandenburg. Water lilies, growing toward the sun, hatching mosquito larvae - all provide fascinating and magical moments. Extreme slow motion footage reveals how the water hose, a carnivorous plant, hunts down water fleas, or the dazzling kingfisher darts majestically into the waves.
Spectacular Secrets of the North Sea Free High-Quality Documentaries 2023-01-06 | The North Sea stands for storm floods, vast tidal landscapes, high dunes and rugged coasts: it’s also one of the most important intersections for bird migration. All year round, her beaches attract not only holidaymakers but also countless seals. The North Sea is extraordinarily varied and surprisingly unknown, her diversified underwater world often hardly accessible. In over 2.000 days of shooting above and below the water, the team has collected footage of the rarely filmed and spectacular: only a few days every year, basking sharks, at up to seven meters long the second-largest fish in the sea, surface off the white cliffs of Dover. In the Norwegian fjords lurks the even rarer Greenland Shark. They age anciently and skulk their way through the ice-cold deep sea mostly blind. Every spring in Holland, massive squids meet up to mate and spawn. The German North Sea also has much to offer: one can encounter porpoises, the smallest of all the whales, off the island of Sylt, with its young. They are mostly mistaken for dolphins and are extremely difficult to film. On the beach of Helgoland, grey seals stage their spectacular fighting on a few days each year. And last but not least: the Wadden Sea. It is among the most productive environments on earth. In spring and autumn, flocks of migratory birds stage breathtaking air-shows over the North Sea – like we’ve never seen before.
Darkwoods - Where Nature Survives Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-12-30 | Half a century ago the German Duke Carl von Württemberg purchased a 55.000-hectare parcel of land in the Selkirk Mountains in British Columbia, Canada. He baptized his holdings after his native Black Forest, "Darkwoods", and managed the forests in the lonely region sustainably. Until today the barely accessible mountain ranges are home to rare mountain caribou, grizzly bears, endangered bats, wolves and unique birds. Just a few years ago, the area returned to Canadian ownership – bought by the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC). They want to preserve Darkwoods with its unique flora and fauna, but also want it to be a showcase region of Canada. They get help from Gerry the Stream Keeper, Cory the bat researcher, Adrian the botanist and Leo the caribou scientist.The film takes the viewer into the nearly impassable Darkwoods with its ecosystems of old growth valleys and alpine meadows, and shows its unrivaled nature through the seasons of a year – a wonderful part of Canada, now preserved forever.The film takes us into the nearly impassable Darkwoods in Canada, with its ecosystems of old growth valleys and alpine meadows – a wonderful part of British Columbia with unique flora and fauna. Until today, these remote mountain ranges are home to rare mountain caribou, endangered bats, grizzly bears, wolves and unique birds. Half a century ago, Duke Carl von Württemberg purchased this 55.000 hectare land in the Selkirk Mountains and named it after his native Black Forest: Darkwoods. Germans had sustainably managed the forest for four decades. Today, Darkwoods is back in Canadian hands – the plan is to make it the country’s showcase region. We observe the unrivaled nature through the seasons of a year and get enchanted by this region of inestimable value for plenty of rare animals.
The Canary Islands - Landscapes of Colossal Force and almost Unreal Beauty Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-12-26 | The Canary Islands were born in the depths of the ocean. Forged by fire and sculpted by winds and waves, this volcanic land offers landscapes of colossal force and almost unreal beauty. A legacy of lava and ash stamps the whole of the archipelago with a unique character. Yet, this reign of fire has been conquered by life: the islands have become a refuge to legendary marine giants, countless invertebrate fauna species and a plenitude of resilient plants, many of which you won’t find anywhere else on earth. Time has shaped continents in miniature here. From summits to marine abysses, desert plains to rainy forests, dark cavities to lava fields – all hide surprising and unique creatures who have made their home in the shadows of volcanoes.
Beautiful Planet - The Variety of Wild Life in the Andes Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-12-23 | With a north-south expansion of more than 7500 kilometres, the chain of the Andes is the biggest mountain range in the world. Peaks of up to 7000 metres in height, do not only offer an imposing view, but also influence the climate highly by being the drainage and meteorological divide all the same. The land in the spheres of the Andes is full of contrasts, a land of fire and ice, of coldness and heat. In the wet and stormy patagonian South, jagged massifs and glaciers prevail, while volcanos, hot springs, geysers and salt lakes dominate the scenery on the dry highland. On the western side of the range, air enriched with moisture provides for lush, lichen-covered enchanted forests, while the eastern side only receives 10 % of the precipitation which supports only semi-arid areas. Starting in Tierra del Fuego in the very South of the American continent, we travel along the Andes towards the North and climb to heights of more than 5000 metres on the bolivian/peruvian Altiplano. Onward, we follow the course of the water downhill to the east and arrive in the Pantanal, the biggest wetland in the world. The waterfalls of the Rio Iguazu, which is a tributary to the huge Rio Parana, which again drains in the Atlantic Ocean at Buenos Aires, represent the awesome grand finale. Extraordinary nature and animal stories – sometimes imposing and fascinating, sometimes funny or exciting – describe in a very touching way creation and fading and life and death in the spheres of the Andes.
Wild Holland - Fascinating Wildlife in the Dutch Delta Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-12-16 | Wild Holland celebrates the diverse natural heritage of the Dutch rivers and delta region while sketching the cultural and historical context that has played such a vital part in shaping them. It is often said that while God created the world, the Dutch created Holland.Using cutting edge cinematic techniques ranging from eagle’s eye aerial views to unprecedented underwater scenes revealing rarely scene secret worlds — Wild Holland presents a portrait of this unique wetland area of Europe as never seen before; capturing it in an important moment of change, when many of the natural processes, all but strangled by dikes, pumps and canals, are recovering. A time when new life is flooding back into the delta.Wild Holland contrasts sweeping scenes that capture the beauty of these waterways, with intimate eye-opening, sometimes heart-warming portraits of the birds, animals, fish and insects who live there. The film explores the delta through the eyes of five main characters: the white tailed sea eagle, the beaver, the hare, the stickleback and the large scarce blue butterfly. Each animal gives us access to a different facet of the delta; from the macro to the micro; from mysterious underwater worlds to panoramic aerial views.
Survival of the Fittest - How Animals manage to Survive the Winter Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-12-09 | Snowy owls live a life full of mystery up in the Arctic. Thousands of years ago, they built a community of fate with their neighbors – lemmings. About every four years, lemmings proliferate in huge numbers. This way, snowy owls have enough feed for their young. The owls lay up to eleven eggs and can successfully raise the chicks – each of them needs two to four lemmings per day. Lately, however, lemmings’ mass reproduction hasn’t been as regular in some parts of the Tundra. What will happen to them and the snowy owls? What is the ecological link here? And what will happen if one year the winter arrives way too early?The best way for many birds to adapt to the winter is to flee to the South. But lemmings can’t migrate and have to endure temperatures as low as -40°C. Meanwhile, if the winter is too cold and the snow level too high, even the perfectly adapted owls have to migrate in order to survive. A fascinating journey from the Arctic to Central Europe begins. Following the owls on this uncommon path, the viewer learns how animals adapt to the inhospitable climate conditions, what ecological restraints bear down on the northern fauna and which fantastic survival strategies the animals can develop.This unique documentary tells a fascinating and breathtaking story: as in a fairy tale, the snowy owls leave us a message from the changing Arctic.
Wild Pacific - The Beauty of Life | NEW SPECTACULAR 4K VERSION Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-12-06 | The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest of Earth's oceanic divisions. It extends from the Arctic Ocean in the north to the Southern Ocean (or, depending on definition, to Antarctica) in the south and is bounded by the continents of Asia and Australia in the west and the Americas in the east.At 165,250,000 square kilometers (63,800,000 square miles) in area (as defined with an Antarctic southern border), this largest division of the World Ocean—and, in turn, the hydrosphere—covers about 46% of Earth's water surface and about 32% of its total surface area, making it larger than all of Earth's land area combined (148,000,000 square kilometers). The centers of both the Water Hemisphere and the Western Hemisphere are in the Pacific Ocean. Ocean circulation (caused by the Coriolis effect) subdivides it into two largely independent volumes of water, which meet at the equator: the North(ern) Pacific Ocean and South(ern) Pacific Ocean. The Galápagos and Gilbert Islands, while straddling the equator, are deemed wholly within the South Pacific.Its mean depth is 4,000 meters (13,000 feet). Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench, located in the western north Pacific, is the deepest point in the world, reaching a depth of 10,928 meters (35,853 feet). The Pacific also contains the deepest point in the Southern Hemisphere, the Horizon Deep in the Tonga Trench, at 10,823 meters (35,509 feet). The third deepest point on Earth, the Sirena Deep, is also located in the Mariana Trench.The western Pacific has many major marginal seas, including the South China Sea, the East China Sea, the Sea of Japan, the Sea of Okhotsk, the Philippine Sea, the Coral Sea, and the Tasman Sea.Fish are an important economic asset in the Pacific. The shallower shoreline waters of the continents and the more temperate islands yield herring, salmon, sardines, snapper, swordfish, and tuna, as well as shellfish.
A Fantastic Insight into the Rich Wildlife of Slovakia Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-12-02 | Brown bears, wolves, lynx, eagles… where in Europe are these carnivores still regular inhabitants? Where can you find mountainous regions that yet wait to be discovered by mass tourism? Just where is this place where untamed rivers run through endless alluvial forests, where eagles, storks and all kinds of rare flowers thrive? In Slovakia, in the eastern part of Middle Europe, untouched wilderness and an astonishing fauna and flora still exist.The Slovak Republic – bordering Austria, Hungary, the Ukraine, Poland and the Czech Republic – lies in the heart of the European continent. Slovakia features natural landscapes, mountains, medieval castles and a surprisingly large biodiversity. The film “Wild Slovakia” stops at all the top wildlife spots and habitats of this fairly small country. With 49.000 square kilometers (19.000 square miles), it is only a little bigger than half the size of Scotland. In Slovakia you can meet the large mammals such as deer, bears and wolves, the large birds of prey such as the Golden eagle, the Imperial eagle and the Common buzzard. But have you ever heard of the Blue slug or the Tatra chamois? Small predators such as the Ant-lion with its deadly trap, playful ground squirrels within the old walls of Spiš Castle and the European bison on the Ukrainian border are just some of the special cast of this film.
The Bavarian Forest - Deep, Dark and Enchanted Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-11-25 | After an unusual mass reproduction of bark beetles in the nineties, thousands hectares of old spruce forest were destroyed. Soon after, a new, healthier forest started to grow – a new primeval forest. Within a few years, in place of the former monoculture, a diverse forest developed, rich in spruces, ashes, beech and fir trees. Naturally, this diversity has in turn attracted new animal and plant species. Even lynx and otters returned and made Bavaria their home again.The film presents the Bavarian Forest National Park as the seasons pass by. In autumn, the young forest is at its prettiest and its slopes are wonderfully colorful. In some years, deers’ roar can be heard deep into the fall. Countless stubs and fallen trees are ideal for lizards and vipers to catch some sunshine.Winter is harsh and cold in the Bavarian Forest. Storms last for days and temperatures reach 30°C below zero. The cold brings a lot of suffering to the inhabitants. Yet, during no other season is the nature so pristine and unspoiled. Many animals have to fight for their survival, for only the strongest and the healthiest can withstand in the times of food shortage.Finally, the spring arrives – even if too late for some… The slopes are taken over by the green and the forest starts to take on bright colors.By the time summer comes, all the forest birds are back and the forest is filled with the sound of their songs. Butterflies, beetles and bees repopulate the blooming slopes. Even late-brooding sparrow hawks’ and pygmy owls’ chicks are now full-fledged.The film shows how powerfully and relentlessly the wildness has returned to the national park. Nature has come to life again without the man’s guidance, as it has done for millions of years. Throughout the year, the national park offers fascinating insights into the unique world of the Bavarian Forest.
Cuckoo - Spectacular Insight into the Life of a Con Artist Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-11-18 | It’s no news that cuckoos are brood parasites: they lay their eggs into the nests of other bird species – a clever trick that spares the rearing and feeding of own offspring. We’ve all heard the story. But why do other parent birds let this happen? Are they too stupid? Too inept? Or simply clueless? Admittedly, cuckoo’s eggs do usually look deceptively genuine. But the cuckoo chick? Not even remotely! It quickly grows into a giant that looks nothing like its new family. So why don’t the adoptive parents notice the sham then? Some cuckoo chicks even go as far as to kill the other chicks in the nest. In most cases, however, they just smuggle their eggs into the nests of other birds, some of which are intelligent enough to spot this easily. Still, they don’t throw the egg out. Until recently, the ornithologists’ theory was: the “victims” have yet to learn to counteract. Turns out: they may even profit from having strangers’ chicks in their nest! So is cuckoo’s behavior a phenomenal trick or an evolutionary riddle?
Masters of Disguise - The Unusual World of Insects Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-11-11 | The dominance of air has always been in the mind of men, but nature only gave the gift to flight to certain animals. Amongst these, to the insects. Thanks to their wings, the insects have conquered most parts of the planet’s diverse environment. What are the reasons for such an amazing biological success without comparison in the history of the animal world? The unpredictable morphology of the insects – some are authentic machines of war, others have fragile bodies provided with the fine and prodigious wings – their infinite colors, their gowns and behaviors constitute a fascinating world that we want to present on the hand of HD technology before some of these marvels of nature disappear forever. Conscious that the biodiversity of planet Earth is our great wealth, we will show for your knowledge and delight a small great world of fascinating creatures that must be taken into account and respected at the moment of choosing the course of progress, in harmony with our environment.
The Hidden Inhabitants of the Sierra Morena Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-11-04 | In this land where the temperatures in summer often surpass 30º Celsius, life during the hottest months of the year gets particularly complicated. In some areas that receive barely 500 millimetres of rain per year, fresh water is frequently hard to find. Most of the trees that populate the area have thick, resistant leaves, designed to preserve water during the hot summer weather. Many animal species have been forced to adapt to this semi-arid Mediterranean climate by reducing their size and altering their shape. But quite to the contrary of what you might expect, this is a biodiversity hot spot. We’re in the Sierra Morena.
The Spectacular Underwater World of Coral Reefs Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-10-28 | "Blue Whisper" immerges into the ocean's fascinating underwater world and gets to the bottom of a widely unexplored field of underwater science: The communication amongst fish. The documentary accompanies a team of specialists to overwhelmingly beautiful coral reefs, ancient shipwrecks in the Mediterranean Sea and sunken submarines that are clouded in secrecy, to explore the versatile forms of underwater communication.What language do fish use? Do they make sounds? Do they have a body language? And what role do colors play? With the aid of complex underwater video- and audio- equipment those and further questions are answered during a suspenseful journey around the world.
MicroPlanet - Untouched Wildlife in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-10-21 | Produced by Emmy-nominated hit producer and filmmaker Michael Watchulonis, MicroPlanet takes you to one of the last untouched wild paradises on earth. The Indians call it: The Land of the Trembling Earth - The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge in the gigantic coastal plain of Georgia and Florida / USA. Densely populated by over 400 different species of animals and plants, earth, air, water and fire have had an undisturbed effect on the landscape here for hundreds of years. A fascinating and mysterious habitat for alligators, snakes, turtles, carnivorous plants and a variety of other animals and insects, spread over 1800 KM2. With his team, Emmy-nominated hit producer Michael Watchulonis spent years filming the resulting micro-cosmos of the Okefenokee Swamp with its fascinating biodiversity and created a unique documentary in razor-sharp HD images.
Unexpected Biodiversity in Floodplains around Lake Chiemsee Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-10-14 | Thousands of years ago, there existed only naked moraine ridges and barren snow water dales in this region. Nowadays it is characterized by its gentle hills, moors, seas and cultural richness. The area was settled long before the King Ludwig II seized the land and since then has been inhabited by many. How then did this constantly inhabited region managed to maintain its biodiversity?In the last two centuries, the Chiemsee has been flooded three times with what can only be labelled as the highest floods in the centuries. The climate, the lands and the animal kingdom are changing and it seems to be happening faster and faster. On centuries-old marshes in the flooded areas of Chiemsee one can find rare botanical beauties such as globe flowers, primula farinose and the Siberian iris. Nevertheless, efforts are now being put towards draining and fertilizing the flooded marshes which boasts similar flora. Moreover it has been observed that animals from the flooded regions have developed refined survival techniques that have allowed them to adapt to the changing landscape. Floods are less of a catastrophe for nature. Those most vulnerable to its devastations are humans.
Amazing Insights into the Fascinating World of Underwater and Shark Filming Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-10-12 | In 2018 acclaimed wildlife cinematographer, shark advocate and television presenter Andy Casagrande hosted a 5 day exclusive Cinema Science expedition alongside our team which turned out to be one of the best trips of the year! Andy brought a group of shark enthusiasts along with his wife Emma, and managed to film sharks in a unique way using his and Mauricio Hoyos’ fin cams.To make this charter exclusive and unique, Andy teamed up with researcher Mauricio Hoyos to help aid his science and behavioural studies on great white sharks at Guadalupe. Andy brought along his “fin” cams, a non evasive device that can be attached to the dorsal fin, fully equipped with a Go Pro camera. Once successfully mounted, the Go Pro will film for multiple hours and document the behaviour of the shark, swimming patterns and any interaction with other wildlife .After spending the first few days enjoying sharks from the cages and Andy giving speeches and classes on photography, the final day was spent attempting to attach a “fin” cam to a shark from the safety of Mauricio Hoyos’ independent research vessel. After many attempts, Andy finally managed to secure a device onto a large male shark and document the shark behaviour for the following few hours.
Living with Monsters? Harmonious Coexistence on the Galapagos Islands Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-09-30 | This Documentary takes the viewers to the evidence of Darwinian evolution. Known for its vast number of endemic species, Galapagos: The Edge of the World explores the standpoints of evolution, environmental change and the interference between human and nature.
Biodiverse Wildlife in the former Dirtiest River in Germany Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-09-23 | The Wupper - a popular river in Germany and one of the greatest anomalies of all time.As one of Germany’s beauties, the river was the gem of German landscape. But with industrialization it became the country’s hardest working river and like everything that has been overworked, it lost it magnificence and charm. Due to tender love and care, the river is now a reigning example of one of the most successful and outstanding renaturation projects in the country.The film shows never before seen shots of the river now pulsing with life. We will show you the winding river bed, spawning salmon, mating crabs and still-growing anchor ice. You will see dipper birds searching for food under water, kingfishers catching fish, a family life of badgers, foxes and a wide variety of birds. Come and meet the resurrected river Wupper!
Wild Survival - The Fall of the Frozen Kingdom Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-09-16 | This documentary focuses on the Arctic polar bear and its struggle to survive in an environment which has been slowly disintegrating due to global climate change. It is a wakeup call to save our dying planet.
The Amazing Secret Of The Apes Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-09-09 | We are on the trail of an enigma: Do chimpanzees really pass on their knowledge and skills to other group members and offspring? Recent research has supported this theory, meaning that man and ape are more similar than we have previously thought. We journey into the forests of Uganda while accompanying primatologists that guide us through their behavioral research on great apes. We observe the creative ways chimpanzees use their tools, along with their understanding of communication skills while foraging and hunting. The researchers use spectacular field experiments to answer the question: Can a previously foreign cultural feature be implemented into a group of chimpanzees? Together with Jane Goodall, whose research and findings on chimpanzees triggered a scientific breakthrough in the 1960s, we set out to find the extent of similarities between man and ape. Using captivating film footage of chimpanzees living in the wild that come nearly face to face with researchers, we show what science has not yet been able to explain.
Sea Eagle - King Of The Seas Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-09-02 | This documentary presents the different habitats of the species in Europe. It shows spectacular pictures, such as from the Norwegian Lofotes, where the sea eagles profit from the hunting success of orcas and hunchbacks. Or from the swamps in Finland, where the sea eagle moves near to wolves and bears in order to profit from their success again. In Germany most of the sea eagles live in the north-eastern areas that are rich in waters.The movie accompanys the eagles that are on an island which is home for hundreds of sea ravens, in order to eat the “babyfood” of the sea raven babys. Here again the sea eagle takes profit out of the success of the fellow creatures in their haunt.Thanks to dedicated conservationists, foresters and hunters, in our forests there never hatched as many sea eagles as today, and the times where eagles have been seen as varmints are over.
The Fascinating World of Insects and Animals in the Alps Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-08-26 | Regardless of how long man has walked the earth, man has never been able to explain the wonders of nature. It is an enigma wrapped in a mystery, shrouded by the unknown. With its many inhabitants, nature is the stage for life- the life of all living organism - and with our state of the art camera, we are afforded the opportunity to witness life’s little moments, no matter the season.When newts gather for a peculiar courtship dance, “mini-monsters” hatch out of tiny white blobs, one of the scarcest species of bees in the whole world gets introduced to the world’s landscape and a giant weaver takes an ice-cold “shower” – we experience the wonders of nature. These creatures are the actors and actresses in this documentary. When the little ones get big attention, then nature becomes entertaining.
Galapagos - Surviving on the Edge of the World Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-08-19 | The isolated islands islands in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, with the creatures that call the island home and found nowhere in the world. How could a small number of species evolve in the vast variety of life we see in Galapagos?This Documentary takes the viewers to the evidence of Darwinian evolution. Known for its vast number of endemic species, Galapagos: The Edge of the World explores the standpoints of evolution, environmental change and the interference between human and nature.
The Lion - King of the Savanna Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-08-12 | A documentary which reveals the survival secrets of nature's most amazing animals. The word "Survival" defines the history of nature and evolution. The diverse tapestry of life which is the ecology was created through this singular goal. The dynamic and often cruel relationship between hunter and hunted has driven an age-old arms race which has fueled evolution. In "Wild Survival," we explore the various strategies that animals have adopted in order to survive in the most extreme environments known to man from densely forested tropical jungles to the frozen glaciers of the Arctic Circle.In this documentary we follow a pride of lions that hunts down prey through brutal coordinated attacks, sometimes targeting much bigger animals.
Nature’s unexpected Diversity on the Beautiful Chiemgau Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-08-04 | Thousands of years ago, there existed only naked moraine ridges and barren snow water dales in this region. Nowadays it is characterized by its gentle hills, moors, seas and cultural richness. The area was settled long before the King Ludwig II seized the land and since then has been inhabited by many. How then did this constantly inhabited region managed to maintain its biodiversity?In the last two centuries, the Chiemsee has been flooded three times with what can only be labelled as the highest floods in the centuries. The climate, the lands and the animal kingdom are changing and it seems to be happening faster and faster. On centuries-old marshes in the flooded areas of Chiemsee one can find rare botanical beauties such as globe flowers, primula farinose and the Siberian iris. Nevertheless, efforts are now being put towards draining and fertilizing the flooded marshes which boasts similar flora. Moreover it has been observed that animals from the flooded regions have developed refined survival techniques that have allowed them to adapt to the changing landscape. Floods are less of a catastrophe for nature. Those most vulnerable to its devastations are humans.
Untamed Wildlife In The Shadow Of The Watzmann Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-07-29 | Regardless of how long man has walked the earth, man has never been able to explain the wonders of nature. It is an enigma wrapped in a mystery, shrouded by the unknown. With its many inhabitants, nature is the stage for life- the life of all living organism - and with our state of the art camera, we are afforded the opportunity to witness life’s little moments, no matter the season.When newts gather for a peculiar courtship dance, “mini-monsters” hatch out of tiny white blobs, one of the scarcest species of bees in the whole world gets introduced to the world’s landscape and a giant weaver takes an ice-cold “shower” – we experience the wonders of nature. These creatures are the actors and actresses in this documentary. When the little ones get big attention, then nature becomes entertaining.
The Lynx - Spectacular Wildlife and a rare Hunter in the Bohemian Forest Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-07-22 | The characteristic tufts of hair on their ears make the lynx one of the most recognizable felines in the animal kingdom.The charismatic cats are generally quite shy, but very curious about the world around them. With the help of local rangers and 15 cameras set up in the Bohemian forest, we are able to track the lynxes and observe their every move – such as a hunt during night, or even the intimate hours during mating season. For the lynx, the environment around them is used to their advantage, like the long grass to sneak on prey, or even using the trees to sharpen their claws. With an arsenal of skills at their disposal, the lynx is an exceptional hunter. Come with us as we see these skills in action!
The Cornfield - Just an Area for Producing Food… or a Land Full of Secrets? Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-07-15 | This doc portrays a little recognized habitat right next door. The spectacular visuals filmed with state of the art equipment introduce the surprisingly large diversity of field inhabitants.In the western industrial nations cornfields and woods take up the greatest proportion of rural land. But how much natural life dwells in a cornfield? Why are some cornfield inhabitants harmful and others useful and what do the colourful flowers at the edge of the field promise us?We follow a hamster family through a season full of adventures and are drawn into an unknown world – a world of which we thought we knew everything about.
The Golden Eagle - King Of The Mountains Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-07-08 | When the golden eagle watches for prey while gliding over its hunting ground, hardly flapping its wings, snow and black grouse, groundhogs, hares and other animals had better watch out. Even the quick kestrel can't escape when the golden eagle has it in its sights. The fox and the common raven may be more intelligent than the golden eagle, but if they aren't careful they might also end up as a meal for the young eagles in the eyrie. The golden eagle is an extremely crafty hunter: optimally exploiting all cover, it glides close to the ground over knolls and low hills along hillsides and attempts to surprise its prey from a short distance. When it spies prey, it swoops down onto it in a nosedive. The eagle has already killed the surprised prey before it even realises what is happening to it. However, the golden eagle has also mastered another very efficient and energy-saving hunting method: lurking on a perch, it attentively observes the environment, swoops down onto the unsuspecting prey and instantly kills it with its mighty claws. This film guides viewers into the realm of the golden eagle. It accompanies the mighty hunters of the skies on patrols through the terrific mountain scenery of its hunting ground. The viewer is also right up close when the majestic bird, almost without beating its wings, glides over its realm of forests and canyons, suddenly stops and swoops down on its prey in a breathtaking nosedive. The cameras installed in the gigantic eagle eyrie accompany the family life of the golden eagles through the summer until the young eagles leave the nest. At the same time, the documentary portrays the wild nature in the hunting ground of the eagle family and the animals and plant life that share their habitat with the "king of the skies". These are not only large animals like wild boars and bears. In the film even mushrooms and forest butterflies make an appearance, providing unprecedented fast and slow motion details of natural history, and allow the viewer to marvel at how diverse the interdependence of life forms is in the realm of the golden eagle, from the glow-worm to the "king of the mountains".The recordings of only wild birds in their natural habitat make the documentary "King of the Mountains: Golden Eagles" an action-packed nature film, that nonetheless also guarantees poetic enjoyment of nature.
The Moor - Amazing Discoveries in an eerie and dangerous Habitat Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-07-01 | Moors and peatlands are oases in the cultivated landscape of Central Europe. Nature holds many surprises in a moor: It seems as if some of the most bizarre and colourful members of our native species live in the bog. Plants that eat animals live here and mushrooms that suck the live out of plants. The rutting dance of the Great snipes and the hatching of a great crane chick are just a few of the miracles happening in a moor every season. Today- the European Union is runner-up world champion in setting free hazardous greenhouse gases through the destruction of moors and bogs. The film shows the biodiversity of the often rarely recognized habitat - and it is a quiet appeal: SAVE and PRESERVE the last intact MOORS!
The Santa Anas - The Fiery Breath of California Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-06-28 | The Santa Ana wind comes out of the Mojave Desert and blows hot and destructively across the coast of Southern California. But the wind is not just a nuisance and a threat. The fact that California is at the forefront of wind energy is also thanks to the Santa Ana wind.Director Monika von Behr meets people whose lives are directly connected to this natural phenomenon. She embarks on a gripping journey of discovery through California. In her search for the secrets of the Santa Ana winds, she meets people whose lives and fates are directly connected to this unique natural phenomenon.Actor James Lashly tells of the fascination of this unpredictable wind for Hollywood screenwriters. He himself is torn by this very special wind, which sometimes makes people lose their mental balance. "Lovers who kill themselves attribute it to the wind." It is impossible to get used to the Santa Anas.They always come as a surprise and always resonate with the fear of great conflagrations. Ventura County firefighters have plenty of experience with the destructive dimensions of wind. No year is complete without major fires. We see well-equipped and brave firefighters doing their best, but for the most part they are still unable to prevent entire neighborhoods from being engulfed in flames. A conflict between man and nature that has intensified, especially as houses are built further and further into fire-prone locations.Mike Messier in Tehachapi, on the other hand, benefits from the fierce Santa Ana winds that power thousands of wind turbines, provide him and many others with a good job, and have made his hometown prosperous. And Willy Dydo, a master hang glider in Santa Barbara also loves the wind and, like all outdoorsmen, benefits from the blue skies of California that the Santa Anas bring.
Treasure Of Lima - Buried Exhibition on Cocos Island Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-06-24 | This is a story about a remote island in the pacific, steeped in myths and legends ofPirates and treasure hunters, and an unique site specific exhibition that brings together some of the most influential artists of our times, in order to protect the rapidly decreasing population of endangered species of sharks that used to populate the area.An art foundation, called Thyssen-Bornemisza Art Contemporary, decides to burry anexhibition architecture designed by Aranda/Lasch. 39 of the most popularcontemporary artists contributed their art to this unique project. The idea is a newapproach to art programs which brings the art film genre alive again in a new form. An art documentary which is driven by stories, by a process, an actual journey with strong emotions and a modern adventure to a remote island.
The Secret Life of Marsupials Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-06-22 | A documentary which reveals the survival secrets of nature's most amazing animals. The word "Survival" defines the history of nature and evolution. The diverse tapestry of life which is the ecology was created through this singular goal. The dynamic and often cruel relationship between hunter and hunted has driven an age-old arms race which has fueled evolution. In "Wild Survival," we explore the various strategies that animals have adopted in order to survive in the most extreme environments known to man from densely forested tropical jungles to the frozen glaciers of the Arctic Circle.In this documentary we head to Australia in order to learn about the kangaroo, the most famous marsupial on earth. We reveal why these animals have adopted the special strategy of rearing their young in pouches.
The Fascinating Underwater World and the Legacy of Jacques Cousteau Free High-Quality Documentaries 2022-06-17 | A composition of wildlife footage, archive material and elaborate re-enactments results in a brilliant reconstruction of the life of famed marine biologist and environmental pioneer Jacques Cousteau.On the trail of the most famous oceanographer of the 20th Century, the team spent two years filming original locations on three different continents, in four different oceans. The film charts how Cousteau’s outlook on the environment changed throughout his many decades at sea around the globe. On his personal journey to enlightenment, he changed from a man who killed sharks in hate and thoughtlessly blew up coral reefs, to a radical environmentalist. Born over 100 years ago, Cousteau's personality was shaped by his years at sea around the globe. The fact that there are more manatees than ever in Florida is directly due to Cousteau's film "Forgotten Mermaids", which raised awareness and triggered widespread research and conservation efforts for the endangered manatee. "Noah's heir", as the French press called him, publicized his expeditions in films and books. He won an Oscar as best documentary for "World without Sun". He made his first film, "The Silent World" with Louis Malle, which won a Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.
