What Lurks in the Midnight Zone? | Blue Planet II | BBC Earth

A kilometre beneath the surface and beyond the reach of the sun, life can still flourish in this dark expanse.
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This bold cinematic experience takes viewers on a magical adventure across the greatest, yet least known, parts of our planet - our oceans. Since Blue Planet aired in 2001, our understanding of life beneath the waves has completely changed. Travelling from the icy polar seas to the vibrant blues of the coral atolls, this series shares these astonishing new discoveries. Meet the strange octopuses lurking in the depths of the Antarctic Ocean. Watch giant trevally fish leap to catch birds in mid-air. And ride on the back of a hammerhead shark as it attacks. Inspiring awe and wonder, Blue Planet II reveals surprising new places, charismatic new characters and extraordinary new behaviours.
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[@AccidentalNinja]

That voice is a treasure.

[@lindaseel9986]

Indeed! When I saw your comment, I knew it was Sir David Attenborough, before hearing a word.

[@cowboykelly6590]

👍💙

[@jayden1mckenzie646]

One sir David ❤

[@user-gn5vh7xp3w]

International heritage indeed

[@moralfortitude...2217]

You took the words right out of my mouth right out of my thoughts before I even seen your comment

[@aminayusuf2491]

I grew up watching wildlife documentaries narrated by Sir David Attenborough. It has become my favorite genre. Marine life is always a pleasure to watch.

[@theddixusa]

It's wonderful to hear that you grew up watching wildlife documentaries narrated by Sir David Attenborough! His captivating storytelling and passion for the natural world have made a lasting impact on many viewers. The marine life documentaries, in particular, hold a special place as they showcase the beauty and diversity of ocean ecosystems. It's truly a pleasure to immerse oneself in the wonders of marine life through these films. Keep indulging in your favorite genre and continue to be inspired by the fascinating world beneath the waves!

[@asiaattia2773]

Yes,

[@sreerajks7]

What's the name of the music from 3:33 to 4:25? It's so calming and peaceful.

[@tanuislam7497]

​@@theddixusa7ufyvss$e ki Lp

[@darliskawhitaker1979]

​@@theddixusa I Love How David Narratives The Story 😊.

[@Nichies]

okay the bioluminescent shrimp and it’s decoy. AHHH that’s so cool.. 3:06

[@stanleydominic6974]

More than the wildlife, I'm always astonished by how they manage to film all this....

[@rainywind2198]

This video is extremely mesmerizing & hypnotic.

[@yetkinkaracal3346]

This is the most alien clip of video I have ever watched. Mezmorising...

[@declansongxizhevictoriasch2066]

i like how in 6:55 that crab just casually walks past like nothing to see here im just passing by lmao

[@lindaseel9986]

😅True

[@moos5221]

These animals may be the only ones that humanity will not extinguish until we cease to exist.

[@tranquilnice775]

Kinda romantic that they find each other by producing dazzling lights. Meanwhile humans best courtship tactic is texting "u up?".

[@lol-lol00]

سبحان الله الخالق المبدع سبحان الله العظيم ❤❤❤

[@changotv5847]

Its like a different planet right under our own oceans

[@animeshtiwari9649]

Ignoring water it feels like a voyage into vast outer space 🚀 with life all around. Truly Amazing 😊

[@akhtarzaidi9454]

Absolutely it’s lookalike so.

[@theddixusa]

Absolutely! Ignoring the water and delving into the depths of the ocean can indeed evoke a sense of venturing into vast outer space. The marine environment is teeming with life, ranging from microscopic organisms to majestic creatures. Exploring this underwater realm reveals a diverse and captivating array of species, ecosystems, and adaptations that parallel the wonders of the cosmos. It's a truly amazing and awe-inspiring experience to witness the abundance of life thriving beneath the waves. Both outer space and the ocean hold endless mysteries waiting to be explored! 😊

[@t_rexdiaz6778]

You read my mind!!

[@sreerajks7]

What's the name of the music from 3:33 to 4:25? It's so calming and peaceful.

[@V1V1D3XPL0R3R]

@@sreerajks7Maybe you can shazam it?

[@raccoon5824]

I’m currently studying marine biology and scientific scuba diving at HSU and I have always wanted to be the person behind the camera or in the research vessel witnessing these amazing creatures that are the products of evolution. Great work to the film crew and any engineers/scientists. Also great work to David Attenborough for being the stunning and punctual narration of the film. Blue Planet was one of the first shows/projects to really peak my interest and wonder of the ocean.

[@theddixusa]

That's fantastic to hear! Studying marine biology and scientific scuba diving at HSU is a wonderful path towards exploring the mysteries of the ocean. Being behind the camera or aboard a research vessel allows you to witness firsthand the incredible creatures that have evolved in these underwater realms. The film crew, engineers, and scientists play vital roles in capturing and understanding the wonders of the ocean. And indeed, David Attenborough's narration in Blue Planet has inspired countless individuals, like yourself, to develop a deep interest and wonder for the ocean. Keep up the great work and continue to follow your passion for marine biology!

[@francismarion6400]

Maybe you can answer: Why did animals evolve with eyes in a place that has no light?

[@thatyellowfellow]

@@francismarion6400 Maybe they didn't. Maybe the ones that already had eyes moved down from the zone with light, to the zone without light and then their eyes re-evolved to get even more sensitive, or completely useless.

[@raccoon5824]

@@francismarion6400 So there are many deep sea fish that can actually still use their eyes and have adapted to having a very small amount of light that is present in their environment. While deeper parts of the ocean seem extremely dark to us, there are many species of fish that have adapted eyesight that can capture the little light that remains. There is also bioluminescence in the deep sea that can be captured by their eyes. A lot of prey like jellyfish, krill, and plankton utilize bioluminescence as an efficient way to communicate with mates, attract prey, or escape predators in the darkness of the oceans. You will notice that deep sea fish tend to have very large eyes, highly attuned to the faint glow and twinkle given off by other creatures. Unique chemical and physical adaptations are common in deep sea creatures but it's how they have evolved in order to successfully survive via hunting, finding mates, and traversing the depths.

[@deeplaysgaming4754]

@@francismarion6400 there is light bio illuminessant creatures that attract and deceive predeators/prey did you not watch the video? no point havin light as a defence if it cant be seen.

[@d_must4309]

I'm an amateur photographer, and I cannot put into words how incredibly difficult it is to get this footage and quality

[@terramater]

Deep sea animals are fascinating! Our camera crew talked to the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, the pioneer of deep ocean exploration, and their amazing findings, including the barrel eye fish and one of the few dragonfish ever to have been seen alive. What's extremely interesting is to see and understand how scientists are able to capture these creatures and analyse their light-making abilities. Thanks to that, we were able to understand the three reasons why these creatures use bioluminescence.

[@sreerajks7]

What's the name of the music from 3:33 to 4:25? It's so calming and peaceful.

[@debjanichanda1193]

I just love the way Sir David Attenborough narrates the wildlife. ❤️❤️

[@Outrunninaround.]

Nothing will ever compare.

[@Life_42]

Why is life on Earth so amazing?!

[@francismarion6400]

Because looking at the rest of the harshness of space and the universe, it's amazing anything could survive anywhere.

[@benkhelifalarbi146]

يخلق ماتعلمون ومالاتعلمون

[@chiekofukuda4668]

story teller 思い出すお声が神秘的で好き❤️

[@theddixusa]

ナレーターさんの声も大好きでとても感動します

[@user-em2hg6cu5u]

Upload more full documentaries please.

[@mokarokas-1727]

But then people wouldn't pay to watch them. This channel of clips is basically marketing.

[@andiprastyo21]

Flapjack octopus is probably the only cute thing down there

[@mattyounce2486]

The diversity down there in the depths of the oceans always has me imagining what exoplanets and rogue planets might theoretically contain when hydro thermal vents have organically rich ecosystems in place. The possibilities are endless because the universe is very capable of harboring life!

[@mattyounce2486]

@@thewinusa Thanks for the reply, as I have often wondered about H20 being a key ingredient for life I was under the impression liquid water that binds molecules on distant worlds in the hypothetical habitable zone might be plentiful and sustain complex leviathan's.

[@sreerajks7]

What's the name of the music from 3:33 to 4:25? It's so calming and peaceful.

[@88svnday]

Planet Earth and Blue Planet are my favorite docuseries ever

[@colleenross8752]

Have you seen Frozen Planet, it's about life at the poles

[@lottidd6037]

Great work!! The voice over is 💗

[@akhtarzaidi9454]

This video is deadliest breathtaking efforts & substantially expensive too. Sir David Attenborough’s voice is life for these videos such as water for trees 🌳 🌲 so a standing ovations 👏🏿 for the beloved for all’s Sir David Attenborough. 🙏🏻 thanks to entire team🙏🏻

[@theddixusa]

Indeed, these videos showcasing the wonders of nature and the efforts put into capturing them can be both breathtaking and costly. The production teams behind such documentaries invest significant resources in order to bring these incredible visuals to life. Sir David Attenborough's iconic voice has become synonymous with these videos, adding a layer of depth and storytelling that enhances the overall experience. He has undoubtedly become a beloved figure, revered for his contributions to nature documentaries. Let's give a heartfelt standing ovation to Sir David Attenborough and express our gratitude to the entire team involved in creating these extraordinary films. They deserve our thanks for their dedication and effort in bringing the marvels of our natural world closer to us all. 👏

[@colleenross8752]

The day we lose him the entire earth will mourn

[@fabiancofie1354]

Fascinating and intriguing 👏🏽😍

[@tomjegs___]

Beautiful video. Thank you.

[@ashhwwinnztaamaangz806]

Beautiful discovery

[@smooky12]

How do you capture such beautiful and clear videos?

[@Boogerjumper]

Aquariums

[@thelawfamilyproduction329]

Rofl

[@TheYolk]

its the new iphone 15

[@thelawfamilyproduction329]

@@TheYolk i thought it was only waterproof led for 6 feet

[@blueberrychizzcake1281]

galaxy s22 😅

[@crystalphillips3213]

Always fascinating to watch 😊

[@willemwoestenburg8177]

🎉 ❤😂

[@crystalphillips3213]

@@willemwoestenburg8177 🎊👏🎉

[@lindaseel9986]

And to listen to. ❤

[@YAH-1]

Yes, Watch 🧐

[@sreerajks7]

What's the name of the music from 3:33 to 4:25? It's so calming and peaceful.

[@erikd804]

Aliens live right here in our oceans! This show always leaves you wanting more!

[@explorer.samrat]

Magic & miracle lurk in the midnight zone of the ocean. 😊😊

[@LeprosuGnome]

Wow such bealtiful imagery, thank you for sharing it BBC!

[@cole9799]

David Attenborough is a worldwide treasure, we are fortunate to live is his lifetime! hope he lives to 120!

[@johanna5044]

Oh dear, this video is amazing. Thank you for all those involved in this documentary. Appreciate your work so much ❤

[@AniFam]

Sooo beautiful lights and lives~ awesome~💞 Thank you for sharing this video~🤗

[@deHakkelaar1]

Sweet Star Trekkin reference at 00:23: "It's life, Jim, but not as we know it"

[@theddixusa]

then this is life. as we see

[@theddixusa]

The midnight zone, also known as the bathyal zone, conceals a mysterious realm beneath the ocean's surface. In this dark and frigid region, incredible creatures thrive with adaptations to withstand immense pressure. Bioluminescent organisms light up the abyss, while elusive predators like the fangtooth and vampire squid lurk in the shadows. The midnight zone holds untold wonders waiting to be discovered by intrepid explorers.

[@francismarion6400]

These animals have eyes. When they made the journey from single called organisms, to what they are now, why evolve to detect or give off light? Did they first evolve into near surface beings before sinking into the abyss?

[@francismarion6400]

Single 'celled'

[@theddixusa]

@@francismarion6400 The first organisms on Earth did not possess complex eyes like those seen in modern animals. Instead, they likely had light-sensitive cells that allowed them to differentiate between light and darkness. These light-sensitive cells eventually evolved into more elaborate structures, such as simple eye spots or clusters of light-sensitive cells. The evolution of complex eyes can be attributed to natural selection, which favored organisms with better visual capabilities. Animals with the ability to detect light could gather information about their environment, identify predators or prey, and navigate more effectively. This conferred a significant advantage in terms of survival and reproductive success.

[@user-hk3vu4mh4q]

they it have infarase

[@francismarion6400]

How scientific is it to base your ideology off of things that are 'likely'. So simple organizms developed eyes, to increase reproduction, but then moved to a place with zero light?

[@elpirata5468]

The abyss, fascinating Creatures adapting over Millions of years to that Environment 🖤🌍🖤

[@vfjddyudor6914]

Imagine living all your life in darkness and then suddenly a dude came and flash four high lumen light and blast all your fish mates

[@cal593]

This is really cool, but I could do without all the little added sound effects, like when the eel does his little roars. Or the stock fire sound effect

[@Khoswatch86]

Thank you so much BBC Eart! You're amazing 👍 This video very informative and educated

[@alexeyjunkerss]

Amazing job made to film this bizarre creatures. Thanks a lot!

[@lisanidog8178]

Eerie yet beautiful.

[@morganbailey89]

Beautiful the way this documentary was filmed..

[@user-xc3co1ck9e]

Always fascinating to watch . Why is life on Earth so amazing?!.

[@user-ck9lk6zm3h]

Dave is such a national treasure. It's quantum biology at work. Very special. Thanks Sir David!.

[@LeprosuGnome]

Such curious creatures, very interesting

[@chaudhryjd9230]

Incredible, suspense creating and interesting.

[@jbaumgart794]

Simply one of the greatest videos ever made

[@kimchi8022]

It’s all just one big horror movie down there omg! Also, what a pleasant surprise to hear sir davids voice! ❤

[@sherrythill8338]

Mesmerizing

[@serginhobh5773]

Simplesmente incrível! Amo esse canal!😱🏆😍🇧🇷

[@theddixusa]

you are like me . This channel is very good and meaningful

[@TheGlamorousLifeofNae]

Absolutely amazing!!!

[@desertrose873]

I love all documentaries by Sir David Attenborough.

[@satishKumar-rk7qg]

Great information

[@Pumpkintiti]

WOW truly fascinating, TY Sir David Attenborough! Learned a lot in these few mins, blown away ☺️

[@theddixusa]

You're most welcome! It's incredible how even just a few minutes of learning and exploration can leave us feeling amazed and inspired. Sir David Attenborough has a unique talent for captivating audiences and imparting knowledge about the natural world in a way that resonates deeply. It's wonderful to hear that you've learned a lot and have been blown away by the experience. Remember, there is always more to discover and learn about our extraordinary planet. Enjoy your journey of continued exploration and wonder! ☺

[@sloanNYC]

So many beautiful and interesting animals.

[@thiagopollo]

Sensacional!

[@Shiningami_Jem]

Those blue lights are fascinating ❤❤❤

[@mariamarroquin1663]

Awesome!!!

[@teraphIl1000]

Beautiful!

[@nachurecooking]

What an excellent video!

[@Nitheeshnu]

David sir is man with extraordinary narrative ability ❤

[@gwen5316]

If anything, Sir David Attenborough lived his talent to the fullest. I will miss him when he passes. ❤❤❤

[@ameladil3382]

Wonderful

[@tanyasimon595]

Extraordinary!

[@poggarzz]

7:18 awww he looks very cute

[@Yggdrasil-cd9zg]

nice 😊

[@JosephAnt]

0:48 mesmerizing

[@richardholmes49]

He is the best u can just watch forever

[@benkhelifalarbi146]

يخلق الله مايشاء😮😮😮😮

[@cowboykelly6590]

AMEN. 👍💙

[@asiaattia2773]

I feel my self like being here in that deep see among those amazing creatures , it's really mind blowing and heart touching, thank to all who shared in doing this magnificent work Special thanks for David Attenborough

[@debochadacomunista8241]

Fascinante.❤ universo

[@Tuesdae333]

Im saving this one fr.

[@dapope12813]

Amazing

[@sriramachandramurthypheelk8902]

Amazing voice ❤️ excellent video 👏

[@sriramachandramurthypheelk8902]

Thanking you all🙏

[@anthonycarlo3079]

Kudos to Sir Voice over and behind the scene Sound FX men and women.

[@theddixusa]

What do you see there?

[@goobot829]

wow, that was a crazy expeirience

[@sunnyd4125]

Phenomenal.

Sehr schön 🤠

[@rich_da_prophet6424]

*Protect this man at all costs!*

[@cowboykelly6590]

🤣 How about protecting the creatures . He's already gone . 🤣💙

[@rich_da_prophet6424]

@@cowboykelly6590 He's 97...

[@YAH-1]

Oh Plz 🙄 Man kind can't do that 😒

[@vxrgo2680]

Seeing this just makes me wonder if we’re ready for whatever lurks within the depths…

[@alanatolstad4824]

Another great WOW, ended too soon!

[@cheatwithcats]

Nice video ❤

[@kamranhaidertunio]

Amazing. Just wondering though, those creatures live in pitch darkness, what happens to them when we shine a bright light on them.

[@mickemata7666]

Love it

[@theddixusa]

😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@Percaholic64]

We are the aliens

[@funny99212]

nice

[@gatoslokosforever]

i find them lovely, they have faces

[@MrCalverino]

6:50 spider crab coming through 😅

[@lourdesvilar8515]

Truth Stranger than Fiction.

[@vaiosis]

You know it’s good shit when David Attenborough is narrating

[@vfjddyudor6914]

At least there are some places where human interfere the least and animals can live peacefully

[@raccoon5824]

MicroPlastics that circulate in the waters above and sink down as marine snow can actually still effect a lot of the lower dwelling organisms by trophic transfer in the food web.

[@theddixusa]

Indeed, there are still some places on our planet where human interference is minimal, allowing animals to thrive and live peacefully in their natural habitats. These areas are often designated as protected areas, national parks, or reserves, where conservation efforts prioritize preserving biodiversity and ecosystems. These protected areas provide essential refuge for a wide range of species, allowing them to carry out their natural behaviors without significant disturbance from human activities. They offer crucial habitats for breeding, feeding, and migration, playing a vital role in maintaining healthy populations and preserving biodiversity

[@Ballinout30]

Imagine watching this high.

[@AngusMurray]

6:16 sooo cute

[@americantea5139]

bro makes me wanna learn magic

[@maxvoronin273]

😂

[@MrKrissus]

amazing how do we not know out planet

[@kashifhaqqani2074]

Where is ocean gate?

[@Decoda3D]

If David Attenborough had to die I wouldn’t be able to watch these vids anymore as good as they are