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Why Do We Fear Snakes?

Snakes have been around for millions of years. But why do humans fear them?
 

Hōkūleʻa: A Global Voyage

How did an idyllic sail to reconnect with the past get dragged into the present?
 

Northern Fur Seal 911

From rescue to rehabilitation to release - follow the journey of one very special Northern fur seal.
 

Another World

Cenotes are alien places, gateways to another world, and unlike anywhere else on earth.
 

Shark Week 2019: The Sharks Quiz

Shark Week 2019 is here! Which shark facts are fishy and which hold water? Find out in our quiz.
 

Ocean Kitchen: Gone Fishin'

What does sustainability look like for a recreational fisher? Spoiler alert: unbelievably delicious!
 

Underwater Mysteries with Ocean CSI

The Howe Sound Research and Conservation team are uncovering secrets of the deep. But how?
 

Why Sea Ice Matters

It’s not just a problem for polar bears – melting sea ice is impacting the whole planet.
 

Baby Seal's Journey Home

What happens when a days-old seal pup is discovered abandoned on a beach?
 

Seabird SOS

Across the world, seabird populations are struggling, including the most famous seabird of all.
 

Spotting Seals From Space

Dr. LaRue uses satellite imagery to track Antarctic animal populations — but she needs your help.
 

Amphibian Armageddon

Called 'the world's deadliest disease', this pathogen is wiping out global frog populations.
 

Exploring the Unknown, Underwater

Cave-diving explorer Jill Heinerth talks protecting our water world now, before it’s too late.
 

Learning to Speak Beluga

Meet the scientists eavesdropping on Beluga whales, and discover the exciting results.
 

Seahorse, Sentinel of the Sea

These charismatic creatures are under threat, and so are their coastal ecosystems.
 

A New View on Killer Whales

How drone research is aiding efforts to save the Southern Resident population from extinction.
 

What Happened to the Kelp?

In 2013, a mysterious wasting disease hit sea star populations, hard. And it's had lasting effects.
 

Freshwater Fish

Freshwater only makes up 3% of the world's water, but it's packed with interesting species.
 

Ocean Kitchen: Oysters

From tide to table, Ocean Wise Chef Ned Bell joins Fanny Bay on location for an oyster harvest.
 

Team Rescue

From a shot sea lion to an orphaned otter pup, these animals are given a second chance at life.
 

Arctic Research

A look at some of the world's most mysterious ocean creatures, and the people that study them.
 

Underwater Arctic

Meet the teams diving in places where no human has dived before — and discover why they're doing it.
 

The Not-So-Friendly Fish

Clownfish may look cute, but they can be scarier than sharks.
 

Wonderous Jellies

Find out more about these ancient and surprisingly versatile animals.
 

Get Jelly With It

Go behind the scenes at the Vancouver Aquarium and get all your jellyfish questions answered.
 

Are You Afraid of the Deep?

This Halloween, discover the scary side of our amazing oceans.
 

Survival of the Salmon

Follow the sockeye's incredible battle for survival on its journey from egg to spawner.
 

Sustainable Seas

From invertebrates to seaweed, wild to farmed, find out the seafood facts for eating sustainable.
 

Diving for Geoducks

Join a geoduck harvesting dive and find out why these giant clams are seriously sustainable.
 

Otters & the Ecosystem

They're adorable — and they're critical to the kelp ecosystem.