Robotic Spy Walrus - Don't Wake A Snoring Walrus!
Transcript
00:00 Only rafts of drifting ice remain, but it's not just the ice that's on the move.
00:12 Spy walrus is perfectly suited for navigating these waters.
00:20 Based on a young walrus, it should be readily accepted.
00:26 This is just what it's looking for.
00:37 Atlantic walrus hold out on what little ice remains.
00:43 A new walrus is always of interest.
00:54 This small family pod has been at sea all winter.
01:00 They gave birth when the water was frozen.
01:07 Ice still provides a safe platform to rest on, but now there's not enough room for everyone.
01:16 Fortunately, the male is quite happy to snooze in the ocean.
01:32 And he doesn't mind letting everyone know.
01:49 He needs his sleep.
01:52 Walrus can stay awake for four days when searching for food.
02:01 He can doze for ten hours at a time, only waking to change position.
02:14 He's even happy to sleep on his front, despite needing a breath every ten minutes.
02:30 Male walrus are notoriously grumpy, but most of it's just for show.
02:47 This strange knocking sound is a warning to rival males.
02:52 It can carry ten miles or more.
03:04 [SILENCE]