Wednesday, May 8 2013 10:18 PM EDT2013-05-09 02:18:09 GMT
For rescuers, saving sea lion pups has become a daily drama. Now the National Marine Mammal Foundation has decided to turn it into a soap opera played out every day on the internet.
For rescuers, saving sea lion pups has become a daily drama. Now the National Marine Mammal Foundation has decided to turn it into a soap opera played out every day on the internet.
Thursday, May 2 2013 10:40 PM EDT2013-05-03 02:40:04 GMT
San Diego is home to some of the most delicious restaurants anywhere. Now one place is going the extra mile to let you know where it gets its fresh seafood from.
San Diego is home to some of the most delicious restaurants anywhere. Now one place is going the extra mile to let you know where it gets its fresh seafood from.
Monday, April 22 2013 10:00 PM EDT2013-04-23 02:00:13 GMT
Deadly creatures are invading the waters here in San Diego, but don't worry. They are safely within a new exhibit at the Living Coast Discovery Center in Chula Vista.
Deadly creatures are invading the waters here in San Diego, but don't worry. They are safely within a new exhibit at the Living Coast Discovery Center in Chula Vista.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 5:35 PM EDT2013-04-17 21:35:55 GMT
San Diego's coast is a precious resource for beachgoers, marine life and our county's economic well-being. It's also an ever-changing ecosystem threatened by erosion.
San Diego's coast is a precious resource for beachgoers, marine life and our county's economic well-being. It's also an ever-changing ecosystem threatened by erosion.
Monday, March 11 2013 9:40 PM EDT2013-03-12 01:40:08 GMT
Monarch butterflies migrate north from Mexico every year, and they normally number in the millions. But experts say not this year, because the population is rapidly declining.
Monarch butterflies migrate north from Mexico every year, and they normally number in the millions. But experts say not this year, because the population is rapidly declining.
Monday, March 4 2013 9:18 PM EST2013-03-05 02:18:04 GMT
It's one of the most beautiful sights in San Diego County -- the flower fields in Carlsbad. But because of the recent cold weather, the blooms aren't as plentiful as they usually are this time of year.
It's one of the most beautiful sights in San Diego County -- the flower fields in Carlsbad. But because of the recent cold weather, the blooms aren't as plentiful as they usually are this time of year.
Seeing dolphins off our coast is not uncommon, but a group of lucky tourists were treated to a rare and amazing spectacle when they spotted thousands of them. Shawn Styles reports.
Seeing dolphins off our coast is not uncommon, but a group of lucky tourists were treated to a rare and amazing spectacle when they spotted thousands of them. Shawn Styles reports.
Wednesday, December 19 2012 3:49 PM EST2012-12-19 20:49:01 GMT
Winter officially starts on Friday. Scientists are using El Nino and La Nina weather conditions -- and even the absence of them -- to predict how upcoming seasons will be.
Winter officially starts on Friday. Scientists are using El Nino and La Nina weather conditions -- and even the absence of them -- to predict how upcoming seasons will be.
Tuesday, December 11 2012 9:34 PM EST2012-12-12 02:34:01 GMT
Sharks are some of the fiercest creatures in the ocean, but also some of the most mysterious. Now a Poway man is tracking one mega-shark's migratory pattern online -- in real time.
Sharks are some of the fiercest creatures in the ocean, but also some of the most mysterious. Now a Poway man is tracking one mega-shark's migratory pattern online -- in real time.
Friday, December 7 2012 1:32 PM EST2012-12-07 18:32:53 GMT
Environmental stewardship is the mission of eight green non-profits being honored by SDG&E and San Diego River Park Foundation as Earth 8's Eco Ambassador finalists.
Environmental stewardship is the mission of eight green non-profits being honored by SDG&E and San Diego River Park Foundation as Earth 8's Eco Ambassador finalists.
Join us Monday, November 12th - 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Frys Electronics parking lot - Stonecrest Blvd & Murphy Canyon Rd. Protect your identity by taking advantage of free, secure document shredding.
Join us Monday, November 12th - 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Frys Electronics parking lot - Stonecrest Blvd & Murphy Canyon Rd. Protect your identity by taking advantage of free, secure document shredding.
Thursday, September 27 2012 4:40 PM EDT2012-09-27 20:40:20 GMT
Living in San Diego, we know the importance of taking care of our coast. But if you need some brushing up on your skills, you can get some hands-on experience.
Living in San Diego, we know the importance of taking care of our coast. But if you need some brushing up on your skills, you can get some hands-on experience.
Monday, September 24 2012 9:25 PM EDT2012-09-25 01:25:15 GMT
She's known for her groundbreaking work with primates in Africa, and at 78 years old, Jane Goodall is still a global crusader for the wellbeing of animals and people.
She's known for her groundbreaking work with primates in Africa, and at 78 years old, Jane Goodall is still a global crusader for the wellbeing of animals and people.
Southern California is an environmental paradise and the land of adventure for eco lovers of every age.
Southern California is an environmental paradise and the land of adventure for eco lovers of every age. Journey with News 8’s Barbara-Lee Edwards, Carlo Cecchetto and Shawn Styles to some of Southern California’s spectacular ECO destinations on Earth 8’s special presentation, SoCal Eco Excursions.
Thursday, August 9 2012 8:07 PM EDT2012-08-10 00:07:33 GMT
Being in the right place at the right time paid off for one local whale watcher who captured some spectacular photos of a humpback breaching off Point Loma.
Being in the right place at the right time paid off for one local whale watcher who captured some spectacular photos of a humpback breaching off Point Loma.
Wednesday, March 14 2012 9:19 PM EDT2012-03-15 01:19:30 GMT
A 40-year-old credit card, a six-foot lounge chair, and enough masks, snorkels and fins to stock a dive shop. One local resident says the trash he finds on our beaches never ceases to amaze him.
A 40-year-old credit card, a six-foot lounge chair, and enough masks, snorkels and fins to stock a dive shop. One local resident says the trash he finds on our beaches never ceases to amaze him.
Tuesday, January 3 2012 10:06 PM EST2012-01-04 03:06:34 GMT
Scientists have made an exciting discovery off the coast of Australia. They say interbreeding between two shark species has created the world's first hybrid shark.
Scientists have made an exciting discovery off the coast of Australia. They say interbreeding between two shark species has created the world's first hybrid shark.
Friday, December 2 2011 11:19 AM EST2011-12-02 16:19:07 GMT
News 8 is happy to announce the ECO Ambassadors winner Friday. Congratulations to the eight organizations that were selected as our 2011 ECO Ambassador finalists.
News 8 is happy to announce the ECO Ambassadors winner Friday. Congratulations to the eight organizations that were selected as our 2011 ECO Ambassador finalists.
Thursday, September 29 2011 1:07 PM EDT2011-09-29 17:07:05 GMT
If you've seen the ocean lately you may have noticed it looks a little dirty. But that red-tinted water really lights up at night, especially in the moonlight.
If you've seen the ocean lately you may have noticed it looks a little dirty. But that red-tinted water really lights up at night, especially in the moonlight.
Thursday, August 25 2011 9:57 PM EDT2011-08-26 01:57:31 GMT
On Thursday SeaWorld released seven brown pelicans back into the wild after rehabilitating them. More than 130 injured or ill pelicans have been taken in by SeaWorld so far this year.
On Thursday SeaWorld released seven brown pelicans back into the wild after rehabilitating them. More than 130 injured or ill pelicans have been taken in by SeaWorld so far this year.
Tuesday, August 9 2011 5:53 PM EDT2011-08-09 21:53:06 GMT
They are filter feeders that eat plankton and other sea creatures that float in the water. The trouble is, they clog pipes and can shut down our waterways.
They are filter feeders that eat plankton and other sea creatures that float in the water. The trouble is, they clog pipes and can shut down our waterways.
Friday, July 8 2011 11:06 AM EDT2011-07-08 16:06:49 GMT
It's an unusual find off the coast of La Jolla. A kayaker stumbled upon what is believed to be a rare black jellyfish. And, there was something very special about this jellyfish – it was the size of a hula hoop.
It's an unusual find off the coast of La Jolla. A kayaker stumbled upon what is believed to be a rare black jellyfish. And, there was something very special about this jellyfish – it was the size of a hula hoop.
Tuesday, July 5 2011 10:25 PM EDT2011-07-06 02:25:56 GMT
It's the second largest fish in the ocean, and yet it's so hard to find. Now a local research team is conducting a survey to study and track the behavior of basking sharks.
It's the second largest fish in the ocean, and yet it's so hard to find. Now a local research team is conducting a survey to study and track the behavior of basking sharks.
Wednesday, May 4 2011 10:33 PM EDT2011-05-05 03:33:41 GMT
Aside from being ferocious predators, very little is known about great white sharks. But now a research team is partnering with the National Geographic Channel, hoping to unravel the mystery.
Aside from being ferocious predators, very little is known about great white sharks. But now a research team is partnering with the National Geographic Channel, hoping to unravel the mystery.
Every holiday season, the debate begins over whether it's better for the environment to use an artificial Christmas tree or a real one. Then there's the question of what to do with your tree after the holidays.
test
Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego is one
of the oldest, largest, and most important centers for marine science research,
graduate training, and public service in the world. Its research encompasses
physical, chemical, biological, geological and geophysical studies of the
oceans. The Birch Aquarium at Scripps provides a hands-on ocean science
education, where San Diegans young and old can explore the wonders of the
ocean and learn to promote ocean and planet conservation.
Earth 8
One Planet..a World of Solutions
EARTH 8
Earth 8 is a project of CBS 8, The Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, SDG&E, and San Diego River Park Foundation. Our mission is to promote a healthy, sustainable Earth through education, outreach and stewardship and to inspire the next generation of San Diegans to continue to preserve our planet.
There are many books that celebrate the earth and show you how to keep the earth clean and healthy. If you want to learn more about Earth Day, check out these books at your local library or book store:
There are many books that celebrate the earth and show you how to keep the earth clean and healthy. If you want to learn more about Earth Day, check out these books at your local library or book store:
Dr. Nigella Hillgarth is executive director of Birch Aquarium at Scripps, the public exploration center of world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego.
Dr. Nigella Hillgarth is executive director of Birch Aquarium at Scripps, the public exploration center of world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego. She is a distinguished zoologist who came to the institution in 2002 from her position as executive director of Tracy Aviary, the nation's largest bird park, in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Explore your world with Birch Aquarium at Scripps Executive Director Nigella Hillgarth -- Something big is surfacing off the coast of San Diego these days.
Explore your world with Birch Aquarium at Scripps Executive Director Nigella Hillgarth -- Something big is surfacing off the coast of San Diego these days.
This time every year, gray whales make their annual epic journey from their frigid feeding grounds in the Bering Strait to tranquil lagoons near Baja California, where they breed and give birth. Nearly 20,000 gray whales make the 10,000-mile round-trip journey, the longest mammal migration in the world!
Explore your world with Birch Aquarium at Scripps Executive Director Nigella Hillgarth -- Beach Etiquette
Explore your world with Birch Aquarium at Scripps Executive Director Nigella Hillgarth -- Beach Etiquette
Winter is over, which means it's time to head to the beach for many San Diegans. But the beach is also a living ecosystem upon which many animals and plants depend. Here are 8 ways you can ensure a wonderful, safe day at the beach without harming the marine environment.
Thursday, May 16 2013 3:36 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:36:07 GMT
Tuesday was not quite as hot around town, but there were still some warm temperatures, but Larry Himmel found one cool spot in the East County at Lake Cuyamaca.
Tuesday was not quite as hot around town, but there were still some warm temperatures, but Larry Himmel found one cool spot in the East County at Lake Cuyamaca.
Enjoy Barbara-Lee Edwards' tidepooling adventure with Birch Aquarium @ Scripps Institution of Oceanography, located in La Jolla. Marvel at the beauty of this marine eco system and learn how these amazing
Enjoy Barbara-Lee Edwards' tidepooling adventure with Birch Aquarium @ Scripps Institution of Oceanography, located in La Jolla. Marvel at the beauty of this marine eco system and learn how these amazing
