Public health concerns may have you spending quite a bit more time at home this week. Consider filling your time and satisfying your curiosity by watching one of these nature documentaries recommended by the UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute team.

Our Planet

“Share the wonder of the extraordinary place we call home. Utilizing the latest technology Our Planet was filmed entirely in Ultra High Definition in over 50 countries. From exotic jungles to the deepest seas, open your eyes to the connections we all share. Narrated by Sir David Attenborough.”

Where you can watch it: Netflix

Racing Extinction

“Racing Extinction is an eco-thriller that examines mankind’s role in mass extinction. Academy Award-winning documentary filmmaker Louie Psihoyos joins scientists, environmental supporters, artists and engineers to draw attention to this pressing issue.”

Where you can watch it: Amazon Prime Video

Chasing Coral 

“Coral reefs around the world are vanishing at an unprecedented rate. A team of divers, photographers and scientists set out on a thrilling ocean adventure to discover why and to reveal the underwater mystery to the world.”

Where you can watch it: Netflix

Jane

“Using a trove of never-before-seen footage, the film tells the story of Jane’s early explorations and research in Tanzania, focusing on her groundbreaking field work, her relationship with her cameraman and husband Hugo van Lawick, and the chimpanzees that were the subject of her study.”

Where you can watch it: Hulu

Wildlife Specials: The Spy Collection

“Using a system of spy cameras inside remote-controlled robots, get an up-close and personal look at the many magnificent creatures of our world, making new observations about their lives. From penguins to polar bears, and tigers to elephants, these amazing creatures are shown from a whole new angle.”

Where you can watch it: Amazon Prime Video