Dying Oceans: Abalone Restoration In California
Season 2 Episode 6 | 26m 40sVideo has Closed Captions
Entire aquatic ecosystems are beginning to collapse.
The ocean is a sponge for all the greenhouse gas emissions we produce, and entire aquatic ecosystems are beginning to collapse. Off the California coast, declining abalone populations are raising flags about ocean health and the lasting impact of rising sea temperatures, acidification and pollution. Teams of scientists, volunteers and businesspeople are collaborating to protect underwater species.
Earth Focus is a local public television program presented by PBS SoCal
Dying Oceans: Abalone Restoration In California
Season 2 Episode 6 | 26m 40sVideo has Closed Captions
The ocean is a sponge for all the greenhouse gas emissions we produce, and entire aquatic ecosystems are beginning to collapse. Off the California coast, declining abalone populations are raising flags about ocean health and the lasting impact of rising sea temperatures, acidification and pollution. Teams of scientists, volunteers and businesspeople are collaborating to protect underwater species.
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Dying Oceans: Abalone Restoration In California Preview
Video has Closed Captions
Entire aquatic ecosystems are beginning to collapse. (30s)
How Abalone Genes Could Help Marine Life Survive Our Changing Oceans
Video has Closed Captions
A captive breeding lab hopes to understand how abalone can survive increasing ocean acidification. (8m 28s)
How Purple Sea Urchins are Taking Over California's Coastal Waters
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How The Cultured Abalone Farm Could Be Key to Conservation
The Cultured Abalone Farm's sustainable operation could be the key to the animal's conservation. (5m 50s)
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Earth Focus is a local public television program presented by PBS SoCal