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World-Renowned Ancient DNA Expert, HHMI Investigator, and MacArthur Award Winner Beth Shapiro, Ph.D., Joins Colossal as Chief Science Officer

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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Colossal Biosciences, the world’s first de-extinction company, today announced that Beth Shapiro, Ph.D. , internationally renowned evolutionary molecular biologist, leader in paleogenomics, and ancient DNA expert, has joined as Chief Science Officer.

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  • Colossal Biosciences, the world’s first de-extinction company, today announced that Beth Shapiro, Ph.D. , internationally renowned evolutionary molecular biologist, leader in paleogenomics, and ancient DNA expert, has joined as Chief Science Officer.
  • In this role, she will oversee the continued expansion of the company’s de-extinction and conservation science teams.
  • A MacArthur “Genius Grant” Award winner and National Geographic Explorer, Beth Shapiro is a pioneer in the scientific fields of ancient DNA and paleogenomics.
  • “She’s the author of inspiring books 'How to Clone a Mammoth' and 'Life as We Made It,' plus an HHMI and MacArthur Fellow.

BAFFIN NAMES CANADIAN ARTIST AND ENVIRONMENTALIST MEG O'HARA AS BRAND AMBASSADOR

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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An artist and environmentalist, O'Hara is bound for Iceland with Baffin as her official footwear and apparel sponsor.

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  • An artist and environmentalist, O'Hara is bound for Iceland with Baffin as her official footwear and apparel sponsor.
  • Following a meeting with the Canadian Ambassador to Iceland, Jeannette Menzies, O'Hara will delve into the country's icy landscapes and participate in climate change discussions.
  • As an artist and environmentalist dedicated to ocean conservation in polar and subpolar regions, this journey holds profound significance," says O'Hara.
  • Baffin Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Canada Goose Holdings Inc.
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National Geographic Unveils Trailer for Captivating New Series PHOTOGRAPHER From Oscar®, Bafta and Emmy® Award-Winning Filmmakers E. Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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Today, National Geographic released the trailer for the unprecedented six-part docuseries PHOTOGRAPHER from award-winning filmmakers E. Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin.

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  • Today, National Geographic released the trailer for the unprecedented six-part docuseries PHOTOGRAPHER from award-winning filmmakers E. Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin.
  • Along with the release of the trailer, National Geographic also announced today the names of the eight esteemed directors who have masterfully brought each of the photographers’ stories to life.
  • For over 135 years, National Geographic has built a storied legacy in visual storytelling, showing an interconnected world through the work of thousands of renowned photographers.
  • For Little Monster Films, E. Chai Vasarhelyi, Jimmy Chin and Pagan Harleman are executive producers, and Anna Barnes and Brent Kunkle are co-executive producers.

National Geographic Taps Actor Paul Rudd to Narrate SECRETS OF THE OCTOPUS, the Next Installment in Its Emmy®-Winning Earth Day Franchise From Executive Producer James Cameron

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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Like previous installments, SECRETS OF THE OCTOPUS will premiere in celebration of Earth Day on April 21, and streaming next day on Hulu and Disney+.

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  • Like previous installments, SECRETS OF THE OCTOPUS will premiere in celebration of Earth Day on April 21, and streaming next day on Hulu and Disney+.
  • Octopuses are like aliens on Earth: three hearts, blue blood, and the ability to squeeze through a space the size of their eyeball.
  • “If you’re going to dive deep into natural history, you have to do it with National Geographic.
  • For National Geographic, Pam Caragol is executive producer, and Tom McDonald is executive vice president of Global Factual and Unscripted Content.

LINDBLAD EXPEDITIONS-NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LAUNCHES TWO NEW WAYS TO EXPLORE ANTARCTICA

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With more travelers excited about expedition cruising than ever before, the recognized global leader and pioneer of modern expedition cruising Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic has officially launched two new itineraries that bring flexibility and choice to travelers seeking to experience The White Continent.

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  • Since 1966, Lindblad has brought curious explorers to the White Continent to experience the wonder, beauty and incredible wildlife of this extraordinary location.
  • "We know this is a once-in-a-lifetime trip for most guests, so we don't want them to miss a thing.
  • Instilling wonder, satisfying curiosity, and providing supreme comfort is what traveling with Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic is all about."
  • To learn more about Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic's new Fly the Drake Passage program, visit www.expeditions.com/destinations/antarctica .

National Geographic Society Names Kirsten Elstner and Tara Roberts Explorers in Residence

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Monday, January 8, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Geographic Society announced today that renowned storytellers Kirsten Elstner and Tara Roberts have been named National Geographic Explorers in Residence. In their new roles, Elstner and Roberts will join the Society's staff, bringing their programmatic work in-house and helping to bolster the organization's storytelling prowess. Explorers in Residence are esteemed, preeminent members of the Explorer community whose programmatic work will have greater impact and be accelerated through institutional support and funding.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Geographic Society announced today that renowned storytellers Kirsten Elstner and Tara Roberts have been named National Geographic Explorers in Residence.
  • In their new roles, Elstner and Roberts will join the Society's staff, bringing their programmatic work in-house and helping to bolster the organization's storytelling prowess.
  • Explorers in Residence are esteemed, preeminent members of the Explorer community whose programmatic work will have greater impact and be accelerated through institutional support and funding.
  • A National Geographic Explorer since 2003, Elstner has helped introduce photography and storytelling to young people around the world through National Geographic Photo Camp, the program she founded and leads today, for over 20 years.

SeaWorld Conservation Fund Makes Million Dollar Cornerstone Investments for Greater Impact on at Risk Species: Manatees and Guadalupe Fur Seals

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The SeaWorld Conservation Fund today announced cornerstone investments in the preservation of manatees and Guadalupe fur seals, committing up to $1.075 million over up to four years. The initial investments encompass three organizations and will help support vital census work and tagging for imperiled Gudalupe fur seals, along with habitat restoration, rescue, rehabilitation, release, monitoring and education for manatees globally. It will also help make possible the building of the first African manatee rehabilitation center in Cameroon. The investments are part of a new investment strategy to drive greater impact among species of concern. Over the next several years, the Fund will work closely with these organizations as they make a positive impact on our planet's endangered species. In addition to support through the Fund, SeaWorld parks help manatee and Guadalupe Fur Seal conservation with rescue, rehabilitation, and return.

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  • In addition to support through the Fund, SeaWorld parks help manatee and Guadalupe Fur Seal conservation with rescue, rehabilitation, and return.
  • SeaWorld San Diego is one of only two facilities in the United States authorized to rehabilitate Guadalupe fur seals.
  • For rescued and rehabilitated animals that wildlife authorities determine cannot survive on their own, including manatees and Guadalupe fur seals, SeaWorld provides long term care.
  • SeaWorld San Diego is one of only a few places where the public can see Guadalupe fur seals in a zoological setting.

National Geographic Society Names Nalini Nadkarni Explorer at Large

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the National Geographic Society has appointed famed forest canopy researcher Nalini Nadkarni as a National Geographic Explorer at Large.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the National Geographic Society has appointed famed forest canopy researcher Nalini Nadkarni as a National Geographic Explorer at Large.
  • Nadkarni, an ecologist who pioneered the study of Costa Rican rainforest canopies and an avid science communicator, will serve as an ambassador for the National Geographic Society.
  • This is key to our mission and among the many reasons we're thrilled to name her a National Geographic Explorer at Large."
  • "Curious, inspiring and committed to empowering the next generation, Nalini exemplifies what it means to be a National Geographic Explorer," said Alex Moen, chief explorer engagement officer at the National Geographic Society.

National Geographic Explorer Bertie Gregory Films Remarkable Whale Behavior off the Coast of Antarctica

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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The whales swam over to the site of the attack to disrupt the killer whales from capturing the seal, though they ultimately failed to save its life.

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  • The whales swam over to the site of the attack to disrupt the killer whales from capturing the seal, though they ultimately failed to save its life.
  • This fascinating moment revealed a phenomenon where one species of marine animal appears to be trying to protect another.
  • Scientists believe that because killer whales occasionally take humpback whale calves for food, this drives the adult humpbacks to try to stop any killer whale hunt they come across.
  • MANDATORY MENTIONS: All episodes of the Disney+ Original series from National Geographic ANIMALS UP CLOSE WITH BERTIE GREGORY will stream on Disney+ on Sept. 13.

Epic Three-Thousand Mile "Wildlife Crossings Across America" Road Trip Will Explore Animal Crossings and Connectivity Projects Across the United States

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, a partnership between the National Wildlife Federation's #SaveLACougars Campaign, Big Cat Voices, ARC Solutions, and The Wildlife Crossing Fund will launch the Wildlife Crossings Across America a series of epic road trips that will explore wildlife crossings and connectivity projects across the United States and beyond. This first leg will cover more than 3,000 miles over two weeks and will begin with a press conference on Friday, September 15th at 10:00 a.m. PST at the future site of the visionary Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing in Agoura Hills, near Los Angeles.

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  • The core group will also be joined at each location by local partners working to advance wildlife connectivity initiatives.
  • Today, road trip team members shared their excitement, ahead of the official start of the road trip, later this week.
  • "I am leading this road trip to help raise awareness and support for the need for more wildlife crossings.
  • One crossing is not enough – we owe it to P-22 to build more crossings and connect the habitats where we live now."