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The Dangers of Shark Finning: Why It’s Harmful to Sharks and the Oceans
The article "The Dangers of Shark Finning: Why It’s Harmful to Sharks and the Oceans" from BBC's Discover Wildlife discusses the severe impact of shark finning, a practice where sharks are killed for their fins and used in shark fin soup. The demand for this luxury dish, mostly in China, is rapidly growing, pushing many shark species to the brink of extinction.
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The Kelp Forest in Late Autumn

In The Kelp Forest in Late Autumn, narrator Sir David Attenborough describes what happens in a kelp forest in the late fall. Watch the birth of a dogfish shark. Watch a hooded sea slug find food. Watch what happens to kelp as the temperature drops. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Blue Planet, a definitive documentary series diving into the mysterious depths of the sea to discover the natural history

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The Whale Playlist: 12 Videos About Whales

Dive into the captivating world of whales with this BBC Learning Hub playlist, featuring 12 stunning clips from landmark BBC series. Explore the lives of blue whales, orcas, and grey whales as they glide through oceans, communicate, hunt, and nurture their young. Perfect for sparking curiosity, these breathtaking videos bring the majestic giants of the sea into your classroom or home.