Why Do Leaves Change Colour And Fall?
Youth EnvironmentThey’re pretty to look at, sure -- but the changing leaves you see in autumn are really a striking example of nature taking extreme measures to protect itself.
Farne Islands' Puffins
Youth EnvironmentLearn how the the population of these colourful seabirds have stabilized on Farne Islands.
Artificial Reefs
Youth EnvironmentThis Melbourne-based research lab has worked with the City of Greater Geelong to develop a multi-pronged solution to coastal erosion.
How Do Cicadas Make Noise?
Youth EnvironmentLearn a bit about the science of how cicadas make their unique noise.
The Science Behind Wildfires
Youth EnvironmentIn this video, we explore how wildfires start and spread. From the initial spark to the roaring blaze, we'll break down the key factors that add to wildfire behaviour.
Ocean Fish Poop
Youth EnvironmentWatch this video and find out what fish poop has to do with the health of the ocean and our planet.
Fresh Water Problems
Youth EnvironmentIn this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks about ecosystems and how one small change can lead to a cascade effect in the entire ecosystem.
What Earth In 2050 Could Look Like
Youth EnvironmentWhat could our future world look like if we continue to do nothing about climate change? Take a look at the possibilities.
Loud Fish!
Youth EnvironmentResearchers now know how a tiny fish called the Danionella cerebrum makes such a loud noise.
Why Are Hermit Crabs Living In Trash?
Youth EnvironmentIt turns out, people are taking too many shells from the beaches, so crabs have to find beach trash to use instead.
Why Does A Disco Clam Light Up?
Youth EnvironmentOur curator of benthic molluscs Dr. Katie Collins explains this clam’s clever party trick.
The Science Of Snowflakes
Youth EnvironmentJoin us for a festive deep dive into the wonderful world of snowflakes voiced by Professor Brian Cox.
COP28: Climate Summit Updates
Youth EnvironmentFor the first time a new deal to reduce the use of fossil fuels has been agreed by all countries at the UN climate summit, COP28 in Dubai. Watch to find out more.
Huge Volcano Erupts In Iceland
Youth EnvironmentA huge volcano has erupted on the Reykjanes peninsula of south-west Iceland after weeks of intense earthquake activity.
How Fish Get Away With Being Colourful
Youth EnvironmentCoral reef fish get away with being colourful thanks to a weird quirk of underwater optics.
Greenwashing
Youth EnvironmentDo you ever see companies using terms like “sustainable” or “eco-friendly?” It could be a clue that they are doing something called greenwashing.
Microworlds: Unsung Pollinators
Youth EnvironmentWhen it comes to pollinating flowering plants, bees and butterflies tend to get all the glory, but ants, flies, wasps, beetles, and more are also hard at work.