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Mystery of the Spinning Fish | Changing Seas | Preview

Between late 2023 and the spring of 2024 more than 80 species of fish were observed spinning in the Florida Keys. While most were able to recover, a large number of endangered smalltooth sawfish died. A group of multidisciplinary scientists is trying to piece together what happened in the environment to cause this unusual phenomenon.
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Preview Length 04:11 Premiere: 06/24/25

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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
S17 E1703 Length 26:42 Premiere Date 11/01/25

Whales in a Plastic Ocean
S17 E1702 Length 26:46 Premiere Date 11/01/25

Costa Rica's Surfing Paradise
S17 E1701 Length 26:46 Premiere Date 11/01/25

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Eagle Rays: Soaring on Spotted Wings - S16 E2

Despite its global "endangered" status, little is known about the white-spotted eagle ray. Now, Florida scientists are employing cutting-edge technology and innovative approaches to gain deeper insight into this elegant fish's movement and diet.

  • Thursday April 2, 2026 11:30 am ET on KET2
  • Thursday April 2, 2026 10:30 am CT on KET2

Maui Aloha 'aina: From Mauka to Makai - S16 E3

Dedicated scientists and volunteers are drawing upon the ancient wisdom of the Hawaiian people to restore Maui's ecosystems following the losses caused by recent Lahaina wildfires.

  • Thursday April 9, 2026 8:30 am ET on KET2
  • Thursday April 9, 2026 7:30 am CT on KET2

California Sea Otters: Life on the Edge - S16 E4

The endangered southern sea otter, a voracious predator, must consume 25% of its body weight daily to survive. Dedicated experts study this endearing marine mustelid to ensure its long-term survival along California's coast.

  • Thursday April 16, 2026 8:30 am ET on KET2
  • Thursday April 16, 2026 7:30 am CT on KET2

Costa Rica's Surfing Paradise - S17 E1

A coastal community unites to protect their surf break, restore vital habitats and safeguard nesting sea turtles in Costa Rica's Playa Hermosa.

  • Thursday April 23, 2026 8:30 am ET on KET2
  • Thursday April 23, 2026 7:30 am CT on KET2

Whales in a Plastic Ocean - S17 E2

Floating plastic trash impacts the Portuguese island of Madeira. Researchers study the effects these plastics have on the health of marine mammals that frequent local waters.

  • Thursday April 30, 2026 8:30 am ET on KET2
  • Thursday April 30, 2026 7:30 am CT on KET2
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Ancient Adriatic: Croatia's Sunken History - S16 E1

  • Thursday March 26, 2026 11:30 am ET on KET2
  • Thursday March 26, 2026 10:30 am CT on KET2

Life in the Dark: The Polar Night - S15 E4

  • Thursday March 19, 2026 11:30 am ET on KET2
  • Thursday March 19, 2026 10:30 am CT on KET2

Bermuda: Life at Ocean's Edge - S15 E3

  • Thursday March 12, 2026 11:30 am ET on KET2
  • Thursday March 12, 2026 10:30 am CT on KET2

Sharks in Belize: Jaguars of the Sea - S15 E2

  • Thursday March 5, 2026 11:30 am ET on KET2
  • Thursday March 5, 2026 10:30 am CT on KET2

Mollusks: More Than a Shell - S15 E1

  • Thursday February 26, 2026 11:30 am ET on KET2
  • Thursday February 26, 2026 10:30 am CT on KET2
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