All articles tagged with #drone footage
A drone video from Manhattan Beach captures surfers paddling on a small wave with a great white shark lurking nearby, illustrating rising near‑shore shark sightings along Southern California as water temperatures warm and El Niño-like patterns emerge, with scientists warning of a potentially sharkier summer even though bites remain rare.
Drones recorded three headbutting incidents among sub-adult sperm whales off Spain and Portugal (Azores and Balearic Islands) between 2020–2022, marking the first video evidence of this behavior and challenging the idea that only adult males headbutt. The footage suggests rough play or social dynamics as young whales leave matriarchal groups, and researchers note that headbutting is unlikely to injure them. The study, published in Marine Mammal Science on March 23, 2026, highlights drone observations as a powerful tool in marine research and partly connects to sailors’ lore about whales sinking ships.
A drone video captured a large great white shark near popular beaches in Maine, prompting police to issue a warning to the public. The sighting comes weeks after a fatal shark attack in the area, highlighting the presence of these sharks in Maine waters, which is unusual but increasing due to a growing seal population. Authorities shared the footage for public awareness, emphasizing the rarity of shark attacks in Maine.
Drone footage and Ukrainian reports reveal that Russian soldiers are increasingly killing their own wounded on the battlefield due to lack of proper evacuation systems, with instances of execution either by shooting or beating, highlighting severe issues in troop management and battlefield conduct.
Iceland's latest volcanic eruption, the 12th since 2021, features a 2.4 km fissure spewing lava, captured dramatically by drone footage, with ongoing lava flows and minor seismic activity, posing local risks from wildfires and toxic gases.
A juvenile great white shark was filmed swimming in Australia's Lake Conjola, with footage revealing it trailing a fishing lure, highlighting human impact on marine life. The shark likely entered the lake following salmon migration, and it soon left naturally after the footage went viral.
Drone footage reveals the extensive destruction caused by a landslide in Papua New Guinea's remote highlands, which buried the village of Yambali and left over 2,000 people missing. Rescue efforts are hampered by blocked roads, damaged infrastructure, and ongoing land movement, with only nine bodies recovered so far. The disaster has also raised concerns about water contamination and the need for immediate aid, including clean water, food, and medical supplies.
Carlos Gauna has compiled 14 minutes of stunning drone footage showcasing great white sharks, blending his impressive videography skills with insightful commentary. Although not a marine biologist, Gauna aims to raise awareness about these fascinating creatures and encourages viewers to verify facts through scientific sources. The video includes various captivating and sometimes frightening encounters with great whites.
A tornado in Greenfield, Iowa, captured by storm chaser Reed Timmer's drone, caused significant damage to a wind farm, snapping a wind turbine in half and destroying a total of 10 turbines. MidAmerican Energy and Vestas US reported no injuries, but the storm marked an unprecedented impact on their wind operations.
Drone footage of Gaza over the six months of warfare between Israel and Hamas reveals a once vibrant Palestinian enclave transformed into a wasteland of rubble and twisted steel by Israeli bombardment. The campaign, aimed at eliminating Hamas, has left buildings demolished, streets deserted, and mosques destroyed, as Palestinians endure the bombing and cope with a humanitarian crisis. The footage contrasts the peaceful days of Gaza with the current devastation, illustrating the impact of the ongoing conflict.
Fain Signature Group released drone footage of their proposed remote sand and gravel site to provide the public with a virtual tour due to limitations on physical access. The video includes distance to the property, panoramic views, and visualizations of the proposed site in relation to neighboring communities. This aims to offer a similar experience to on-site tours for the public and officials unable to visit due to liability insurance restrictions.
Foreign fighters, including Ukrainian, British, American, Canadian, Irish, and Australian soldiers, stormed a trench in Ukraine, killing 22 Russian soldiers and capturing two. The intense drone footage captured the brutal assault near Avdiivka, Eastern Ukraine, where the foreign fighters faced heavy resistance and drone bombardment. The footage showed the fighters advancing through the trenches, engaging in intense combat, and ultimately completing their mission. The city of Avdiivka has become a deadly flashpoint in the ongoing conflict between Ukrainian and Russian forces, with reports of house-to-house fighting and a Russian offensive tightening the noose around the city.
Drone footage captures the winter wonderland in Gulmarg, India, as the region is blanketed in several feet of snow with temperatures dropping to several degrees below freezing. The heavy snowfall has led to flight cancellations and slow traffic due to slippery roads. Tourists are encouraged to visit Gulmarg for skiing, while authorities issue avalanche warnings for hilly areas and urge people to avoid unnecessary movement. Despite the end of the 40-day harshest winter period, the cold wave continues in Kashmir.
YouTuber and drone enthusiast Carlos Gauna may have captured the first-ever footage of a newborn great white shark near Santa Barbara, California. The shark's white appearance and rounded fins suggest it could be a newborn, but some marine biologists urge caution, noting that it could also be a shark with a skin disease or another condition. Drones have revolutionized shark filming, providing valuable insights into their behavior and interactions with humans, and Carlos hopes to one day capture the birth of a great white shark on film.
Drone footage captured by NBC 7's Drone Ranger in San Diego's Southcrest and Shelltown neighborhoods reveals the aftermath of the historic storm, showcasing the destructive path of flooding in a nearby flood channel and along several streets. The footage shows residents cleaning up debris and trying to rebuild their lives, while also revealing an overgrown concrete flood channel with trapped standing water and destroyed cars. The community faces a long road to recovery following the Great Flood of 2024.