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Explore a diverse collection of engaging videos showcasing the latest research, discoveries, and educational content from the U.S. Geological Survey. Dive into the fascinating world of geology, hydrology, ecology, and natural hazards as we bring science to life. Stay informed and inspired by our visual storytelling that highlights the vital work of USGS scientists and their impact on the planet.

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PubTalk 12/2002 — Hawai`i's Volcanoes—Never a Dull Moment
PubTalk 12/2002 — Hawai`i's Volcanoes—Never a Dull Moment
PubTalk 11/2002 — What is a Butterfly Worth?
PubTalk 11/2002 — What is a Butterfly Worth?
PubTalk 11/2002 — What is a Butterfly Worth?

Challenge of Making Economic Estimates for Biodiversity

by Alicia Torregrosa, Geographer and Ecologist

 

PubTalk 9/2002 — Healing the Redwood Creek Watershed
PubTalk 9/2002 — Healing the Redwood Creek Watershed
PubTalk 9/2002 — Healing the Redwood Creek Watershed

Successes and Failures in a Large-scale Watershed Restoration Program

by Mary Ann Madej, Geologist

 

PubTalk 8/2002 — Revealing the Hidden World Beneath Monterey Bay
PubTalk 8/2002 — Revealing the Hidden World Beneath Monterey Bay
PubTalk 8/2002 — Revealing the Hidden World Beneath Monterey Bay

Explore the diverse features on and below the sea floor in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary

by Steve Eittreim, Marine Geologist

 

Close-up of lava falls and steam cloud
Close-up of lava falls and steam cloud
Close-up of lava falls and steam cloud

Close-up of lava falls and steam cloud generated by lava entering water.

Lava falling over sea cliff
Lava falling over sea cliff
Lava falling over sea cliff

Lava falling over sea cliff into water at western group of entries.

Lava falls into sea from western two entries at Highcastle
Lava falls into sea from western two entries at Highcastle
Lava falls into sea from western two entries at Highcastle

Lava falls into sea from western two entries at Highcastle. Entry started within past several hours. Listen to the "plop, plop" sounds as lava drips hit water.

PubTalk 7/2002 — Beyond the Golden Gate
PubTalk 7/2002 — Beyond the Golden Gate
PubTalk 7/2002 — Beyond the Golden Gate

Oceanography, Geology, Biology, and Environmental Issues In The Gulf of the Farallones

by Herman A. Karl, Marine Geologist, and Edward Ueber, Director, Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary

 

Oceanography, Geology, Biology, and Environmental Issues In The Gulf of the Farallones

by Herman A. Karl, Marine Geologist, and Edward Ueber, Director, Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary

 

Lava spills over Wilipe`a sea cliff
Lava spills over Wilipe`a sea cliff
Lava spills over Wilipe`a sea cliff

Lava spills over Wilipe`a sea cliff and across boulders into the sea.

Wave crashing over lava
Wave crashing over lava
Wave crashing over lava

Close view of wave crashing over lava in the surf zone.

Lava cascades down sea cliff
Lava cascades down sea cliff
Lava cascades down sea cliff

Lava cascades down sea cliff on July 19, 2002, 3.5 hours after Mother's Day flow reached to the sea.

Lava cascades down sea cliff on July 19, 2002, 3.5 hours after Mother's Day flow reached to the sea.

PubTalk 6/2002 — Finding Elusive Earthquake Faults
PubTalk 6/2002 — Finding Elusive Earthquake Faults
PubTalk 6/2002 — Finding Elusive Earthquake Faults

New Mapping Techniques Reveal Potential Seismic Sources Beneath Seattle

By Richard J. Blakely, Geophysicist and Ralph A. Haugerud, Geologist

 

PubTalk 3/2002 — Losing the Race for Survival?
PubTalk 3/2002 — Losing the Race for Survival?
PubTalk 3/2002 — Losing the Race for Survival?

The catastrophic decline of the desert tortoise in California

Kristin H. Berry, Desert Ecologist

Crater Lake, Oregon, Fly-by Animation
Crater Lake, Oregon, Fly-by Animation
Crater Lake, Oregon, Fly-by Animation

Fly-by of shaded-relief bathymetry and surrounding mountains of Crater Lake Oregon. The colored region is the lake floor whereas the gray region shows the surrounding mountains. The lake is approximately 9-km wide east to west.

Fly-by of shaded-relief bathymetry and surrounding mountains of Crater Lake Oregon. The colored region is the lake floor whereas the gray region shows the surrounding mountains. The lake is approximately 9-km wide east to west.

May 18, 1980 Mount St. Helens Eruption: Stories from USGS Scientists
May 18, 1980 Mount St. Helens Eruption: Stories from USGS Scientists
May 18, 1980 Mount St. Helens Eruption: Stories from USGS Scientists

USGS scientists C. Dan Miller, Don Mullineaux, Mike Doukas, Norm Banks, Don Swanson, and Richard Waitt talk about their experiences at Mount St.

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