Ocean Mysteries with Jeff Corwin - Season 1 (2011)

Jeff Corwin dives into Georgia Aquarium's Ocean Voyager to get an up-close and personal view of the Whale Shark - the largest living fish species. Though it's name sounds scary, the whale shark is a filter feeder a fact that Jeff reveals to-side as he feeds the monsters from a rubber raft. From there Jeff travels to the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico to track migrating sharks in the wild.

In this episode of Ocean Mysteries with Jeff Corwin, Jeff journeys to the Breton National Wildlife Refuge in Louisiana to assist U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries as they work to study and protect the Brown Pelican. Like the Jackass Penguin, the Brown Pelican is a precious bird that finds itself in critical condition due to catastrophic oil spills.

Home to countless marine animal species and delicate ecosystems, coral reefs are critically important to our Earth's environment. On this episode of Ocean Mysteries with Jeff Corwin, Jeff dives into the warm waters off Florida's Key Largo to witness and participate in the coral reef restoration & protection efforts done by the Coral Restoration Society and Georgia Aquarium.

From the Florida Everglades to the waters off the coast of Mexico, join host Jeff Corwin as he takes a look at some amazing moments on Ocean Mysteries. He'll come face to face with a cantankerous alligator, swim with mighty manta rays, and get up close and personal with the largest fish in the world, the whale shark.

Host Jeff Corwin teams up with NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and divers from Georgia Aquarium as they dive deep - 120 feet deep - into the stormy waters off Savannah Georgia in the effort to capture and/or eradicate lionfish - an animal with no natural predator outside the Indo-Pacific area that is it's natural home. Released into the waters off the US East Coast by unsatisfied pet owners and the destruction of an aquarium by hurricane Andrew, the unabated proliferation of lionfish threatens life on and around the local coral reefs. What's ...

Even though sharks are at the top of the underwater food chain, their survival is in serious condition due to human activities. Host Jeff Corwin works alongside Georgia Aquarium experts to study sharks and their health. From tagging to drawing blood to performing an ultrasound, the team will work to better understand these apex predators and how conservation efforts can ensure their future.

Ever wondered what goes into running the largest aquarium in the world? Join host Jeff Corwin as he finds out. He suits up, and along with the experts and some powerful tools, dives into the depths of the Georgia Aquarium. He learns exactly what it takes to maintain over 10 million gallons of water and thousands of animals.

Sea Otters are a keystone species in that they help keep their ecosystem in balance. At one point, humans hunted sea otters almost to extinction for their fur. But now, the major threats are pathogens, parasites, and oil spills. Join host Jeff Corwin as he travels to the California Coast and works with the men and women of the Monterey Bay Aquarium to learn more about sea otter pups, place them in maternal care at the aquarium, and help them develop survival skills for their eventual release. It's a monumental effort, but all worth it, to save these fascinating ...

If you think emergency rooms are just for humans, think again! Although it's on land, the Marine Mammal Center rescues and rehabilitates injured marine mammals from ailments such as diseases, entanglements, and even gunshot wounds. Join host Jeff Corwin as he goes behind the scenes in the emergency room and finds out how California Sea Lions and other marine animals are treated.

Imagine taking care of thousands of animals, including some of the largest marine mammals on the planet. That is the monumental task that the men and women of Georgia Aquarium take on every day. Follow host Jeff Corwin as he gets a behind-the-scenes look at how these aquarists keep the animals, such as Bottlenose Dolphins and Beluga Whales, well fed, healthy, and thriving.

A long time ago, sailors reported seeing mysterious creatures swimming the oceans that they believed to be mermaids. But it is now believed that what they were actually seeing were Manatees. These ethereal animals can measure up to 13 feet, have paddle-like flippers, and are extremely gentle. Join host Jeff Corwin as he explores the world of the Manatee. He'll swim alongside them, examine their unique characteristics, and endeavor to learn just how intelligent they are.

The staff at the Monterey Bay Aquarium are on the hunt for a distressed California Sea Otter that was recently released from the Sea Otter Rescue Program. Will they be able to find the otter, secure him safely, and bring him back in for treatment before it's too late? Join host Jeff Corwin as he helps locate and rescue a California Sea Otter in this exciting new adventure.

Over the course of the show, we've studied many amazing animals, explored incredible marine environments, and made memories we will never forget. Join host Jeff Corwin as he reflects on his favorite moments from Ocean Mysteries and looks forward to creating many more.

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we don't always get to see the interconnectedness of the animals that share our planet. Dive in with host Jeff Corwin as he examines the circle of life in the waters off of Monterey Bay. He'll experience the day in the life of some playful and rambunctious sea lions. And he gets up close and personal with the Ocean Sunfish, the world's heaviest bony fish and perhaps the most unique looking. He'll see how these creatures survive and play an important role in their ecosystem. It's a side of marine life you don't often get to ...

Beneath the surface of the ocean lies a world full of mystery. Join host Jeff Corwin as he dives into the unknown and discovers what is hidden in the depths. He'll uncover fossils from ancient creatures that reveal what life was like thousands of years ago. He'll also encounter a nighttime spectacle of manta rays and go searching for the stealthiest creatures in order to learn the secrets to their survival.

Throughout the course of the show, host Jeff Corwin has been a part of several amazing adventures. Some of these have included animal rescues and releases. He takes a look back at a few of these memorable stories and finds out how these remarkable animals are doing now.

With only 1,100 left, Hawaiian monk seals are in a battle for survival. Helping them in this fight is a group of dedicated men and women from NOAA. Follow host Jeff Corwin as he teams up with them to learn more about this native Hawaiian species and how to prevent their extinction. They'll travel to a remote island to examine monk seals up close and be a part of a rescue effort to save a monk seal in trouble.

The native birds of Hawaii face a harrowing future: their extinction. Large populations have vanished due to the success of invasive species. Join host Jeff Corwin as he travels to the rarely seen corners of Hawaii to get an up close look at the spectacular Laysan albatross and other native bird species. He'll learn how conservation efforts are striving to increase dwindling populations, and he'll even get a special peek at a future generation of these amazing birds.

Once hunted for their meat and eggs, the green sea turtle's population faced extinction. But thanks to conservation efforts and public awareness, their numbers have bounced back. Travel along with host Jeff Corwin as he works with the foremost experts on green sea turtles. He'll get an up close and personal look at these resilient animals and dive into their underwater world.

Every year, Ano Nuevo State Park is the mating and birthing grounds of elephant seals. Join host Jeff Corwin as he gets an amazing look at these monolithic creatures, from the 2 ½ ton males battling for dominance to the newly weaned pups learning to swim. He'll also witness how some pups are not as lucky and end up stranded or abandoned. He'll take part in a rescue and see how The Marine Mammal Center is working to rehabilitate elephant seals and give them a new chance at life. It's an awe-inspiring journey you won't want to miss.

Throughout the course of Ocean Mysteries, host Jeff Corwin has been a part of several memorable adventures. In this special episode, Jeff looks back at some of these amazing moments. From a monk seal in need of rescue to swimming alongside giant manta rays at night, it's an adventure you won't soon forget.

This episode is part one of a special presentation of Ocean Mysteries. The story of the making of AT&T Dolphin Tales at Georgia Aquarium. Each week on Ocean Mysteries, we introduce you to some of the most compelling animals on Earth like whale sharks, sea otters, manta rays and beluga whales, all of whom have a home at Georgia Aquarium. But while the team at the Aquarium loves and cares deeply for all of our animals, they know there is something about Bottlenose dolphins which captures the imagination, minds and hearts of people all over the world. That's why Georgia ...

This episode is part two of a special presentation of Ocean Mysteries. The story of the making of AT&T Dolphin Tales at Georgia Aquarium. Each week on Ocean Mysteries, we introduce you to some of the most compelling animals on Earth like whale sharks, sea otters, manta rays and beluga whales, all of whom have a home at Georgia Aquarium. But while the team at the Aquarium loves and cares deeply for all of our animals, they know there is something about Bottlenose dolphins which captures the imagination, minds and hearts of people all over the world. That's why Georgia ...