Nature

Science and Nature Series / 38 Seasons

NATURE brings the beauty and wonder of the natural world into your home, becoming in the process the benchmark for natural history programs.

Watch Latest: S43 E9

52m 29s / TV-PG

Monarch Larva Monitoring Project - English

2m 3s

The Monarch Larva Monitoring Project (MLMP) is a citizen science project involving volunteers from across the United States and Canada in monarch research. It was developed by researchers at the University of Minnesota to collect long-term data on larval monarch populations and milkweed habitat. The project focuses on monarch distribution and abundance during the breeding season in North America.

Celebrate Urban Birds Crash Course - English

1m 52s

Celebrate Urban Birds is a citizen science project focused on better understanding the value of green spaces for birds. This project connects people of all ages and backgrounds to birds and the natural world through the arts and fun neighborhood activities.

Monarch Larva Monitoring Project - Spanish

2m 3s

El Monarch Larva Monitoring Project (MLMP) es un proyecto de ciencia ciudadana en el que participan voluntarios de todo Estados Unidos y Canadá en la investigación de monarcas. El proyecto se centra en la distribución y abundancia de las monarcas durante la temporada de reproducción en América del Norte.

American Spring LIVE - Episode 2: Migrations Preview

35s

Breeding and the greening of the landscape are tied to another major spectacle of spring: the mass movements of animals as they take advantage of spring’s bounty. Meet the scientists who track the journeys of animals such as butterflies, birds, bison and bats over vast distances, from winter refuge to spring nesting grounds.

Bear Cub Check Up

1m 26s

A crucial component of biological research is monitoring the populations of wildlife in our protected parks and reserves. In this clip, bear biologist Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant and Maryland DEC bear biologist Harry Spiker are meeting the newest bear cubs in Savage River State Forest, Maryland.

Track a Lilac Crash Course - English

1m 50s

Track a Lilac invites you to find a nearby lilac and report whether they see leaves or flowers on their plant. The data contributes to a national database that will be used by researchers to better understand the timing of lilac leafing and blooming across the country.

Meet Nanne Kennedy & Her Sheep

1m 8s

We visited wool farmer Nanne Kennedy in Washington, Maine to get a sneak peek at her pregnant sheep. We'll be returning to her farm on April 29 for the premiere of American Spring LIVE in hopes to see one of the new lambs actually being born.

Inside Look: American Spring LIVE

2m 18s

Executive Producers, Fred Kaufman and Al Berman, along with host Juju Chang and science correspondent Thor Hanson share a bit of insight into the upcoming NATURE three-night live broadcast event, American Spring LIVE.

SciStarter Crash Course

2m 1s

SciStarter is the place to find, join, and contribute to science. With more than 3,000 projects and events searchable by topic, location, age-level and more, you’re sure to find the right match, anytime, anywhere.

Sequoia Fun Facts

1m

How much do you know about the Giant Sequoias? Since our American Spring LIVE team will be based near the legendary groves, we figured it was the perfect time to brush up our knowledge of the Sequoias with a few fun facts about the world's oldest trees.

Watch a Baby Lamb Take Its First Steps

51s

In episode 1 of American Spring LIVE, we're celebrating the season of birth and rebirth with newborn lambs! Will we get to see an ewe give birth? Tune in on April 29 at 8|7c to find out! In the meantime, here's an exclusive look at what to expect during our epic three-night broadcast.

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