Preview - Whales of an Ancient Sea
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Uploaded by earthOCEANtv on Jul 22, 2008
"Whales of an Ancient Sea" is a series of educational documentary films by Chris & Genevieve Johnson. We join the scientists exploring the Mediterranean, and discover the cetaceans that inhabit this ancient sea.
In a region not often associated with wildlife, the Mediterranean sea is a haven for a range of remarkable cetacean species, yet most people do not even know there are whales these waters.
Four hundred million people share the precious marine resources of the Mediterranean. Will increasing pressures cause cetaceans to disappear as we are just getting to know them?
In the Ionian Sea, we encounter a socializing family of sperm whales with a newborn calf. However, the future for this calf, and its family is uncertain. As their habitat deteriorates due to human pressures, what does the future hold for the most social of the great whales?
We follow Oceana on expedition as they document the illegal driftnet fishery. With an estimated 500 driftnet vessels operating in the area, we investigate the fishery and why it still occurs.
Common dolphins were once abundant throughout the Mediterranean Sea. Today, they are declining rapidly, surviving only in portions of their former range. Could what is happening to the common dolphins of Kalamos, Greece also explain why they are disappearing throughout the region?
What does it mean to save whales, dolphins and porpoises if their habitat is left unprotected? We explore whether establishing marine protected areas (MPAs) for cetaceans are a solution.
"Whales of an Ancient Sea" features a range of international scientists and NGOs including Oceana, Tethys Research Institute, Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society, Pelagos Institute, Alnitak, Delphis MDC, OceanCare and WWF.
In September 2008, the five documentary films will available online in English with subtitles in French, Spanish, Italian, German, Greek and Arabic. To watch the programs visit - www.earthocean.tv
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Amasing video. Nice one for posting and I have subscribed to your channel...
DolpthinsCome2Wales 3 years ago
woow amazing video!! I want to see more now!! lol !!
hipshak 3 years ago
WOW!!!!!! Thanks Ghomtu for sharing ... I can't wait to watch the full movie!!
TillyFlop 3 years ago
About time, the Mediterranean has long been neglected on Cetacean news related stories.
icelandic2008 3 years ago
Long overdue. One of the greatest creatures on this planet.
pots5150 3 years ago 2
Looks like a great movie! Looking forward to it!
Ghomtu 3 years ago 2