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Competitive Strategies on the Coral Reef

In Competitive Strategies on the Coral Reef, narrator Sir David Attenborough describes how grouper and lionfish handle being predators in the same space in the coral reef. Learn how a pair of harlequin shrimp attempt to take a starfish for a meal. 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 of the world’s oceans and the rarely seen marine life that reside there.

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Life and Danger Under the Antarctic Sea

In Life and Danger Under the Antarctic Sea, narrator Sir David Attenborough explores life under the Antarctic Sea where fish have antifreeze in their blood and jellyfish and starfish thrive. But when brine starts seeping down, it catches animals in its wake. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Frozen Planet, a series that shows a fragile world of beauty and hostility, where nature finds a way to survive and thrive in frigid conditions.

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Masters of Regeneration: These Death-Defying Animals Can Regrow Body Parts Better Than Deadpool
The article "Masters of Regeneration: These Death-Defying Animals Can Regrow Body Parts Better Than Deadpool" from BBC's Discover Wildlife examines how some animals, including axolotls and starfish, have remarkable regenerative abilities. Scientists study these creatures to understand tissue regeneration, which could have implications for medical research.
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Kelp Thrive With Their Attack and Defense Techniques

In Kelp Thrive With Their Attack and Defense Techniques, narrator Sir David Attenborough witnesses the attack and defense techniques of unusual marine creatures. Sea urchins gang up on kelp, a starfish uses its feet to taste prey, and sand dollars cluster together to avoid being liquefied! This video is excerpted from BBC's Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.

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Predators and Defenders of the Coral Reef

In Predators and Defenders of the Coral Reef, narrator Sir David Attenborough examines what happens when predators descend on the coral reef. Learn how a crab protects the reef. Learn how parrotfish’s actions add up to creating beaches and islands. 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 of the world’s oceans and the rarely seen marine life that reside there.