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The Elephant Seals of Año Nuevo

Along the rugged Northern California coast, Año Nuevo State Park harbors a thriving colony of elephant seals, where science and nature intertwine. For over 50 years, University of California Santa Cruz researchers, spanning three generations, have worked alongside seven generations of seals to better understand their life cycles and ocean health.
Season 17 Episode 1704 Length 26:42 Premiere: 11/01/25

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The Elephant Seals of Año Nuevo
S17 E1704 Length 26:42 Premiere Date 11/01/25

Mystery of the Spinning Fish
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