Bertie Gregory

@bertiegregory

Wildlife filmmaker Host of ‘Animals Up Close’ streaming now on @disneyplus Cinematography BAFTA and @nhm_wpy winner @NatGeo Speaker
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After a long night of crashing thunder and torrential rain, we were very relieved to wake up to a calm and quiet forest canopy. Filmed in @dzanga.sangha National Park for the ‘Elephant Quest’ episode of ‘Animals Up Close’ now streaming on Disney+! #AnimalsUpClose @wildstarfilms @natgeotv
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A pod of B1 Antarctic killer whales locating a resting Weddell seal. With snow falling, flying the drone felt like being in Space with stars whizzing by. Having located the seal, the pod then began to ‘spyhop’ to see their target and figure out how to get it into the water. These killer whales are spine-tinglingly intelligent. Drone view by @bertiegregory and water level view by @tomwalkercam for #AnimalsUpClose coming to @disneyplus September 13th! @wildstarfilms @natgeo #killerwhalepeekaboo
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6 months ago
Here we go! #AnimalsUpClose with @BertieGregory , 6 episodes of animal adventures, a @natgeo Original series streaming September 13th on @disneyplus .
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This gathering contained 21 B1 Antarctic killer whales, 20% of the known population. We normally see this type of killer whale in small pods of 3-8 individuals so it was really special to so many come together. It felt like an extended family gathering as adults logged on the surface, gently touching their heads together while calves from different pods played. This moment latest less than 5 minutes and soon the pods headed off in different directions. I wonder what they communicated about? The part of the brain responsible for emotional processing is far bigger in killer whales than in humans. They also have an extra attachment in this area of the brain that we lack. It’s very possible they have emotional connections that we’ll never be able to comprehend. #AnimalsUpClose on Disney+ @wildstarfilms @natgeo
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How many killer whales can you count in this frame? Look really carefully and guess in the comments! What you’re looking at is about 1/5th of the known population of B1 Antarctic killer whales. #AnimalsUpClose on Disney+ @wildstarfilms @natgeo
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Mountains, glaciers, icebergs and sea ice. Landscapes don’t get much more dramatic than on the Antarctic Peninsula! An epic tune as always by @simonnpittmusic and @__willhyde__ for #AnimalsUpClose on Disney+ @wildstarfilms @natgeo
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While trying to record the vocalisations of B1 Antarctic killer whales, we had one individual come over and give this weird guttural clicking noise. It investigated the hydrophone by letting out a rapid series of pings just inches away. The pings were so load it blew out the microphone recording! Very cool to be part of @leighhickmott and colleagues’ long-term study of these amazing animals. Filmed by Will West and @zubinsarosh for #AnimalsUpClose on Disney+ @wildstarfilms @natgeo
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This aircraft-carrier-style landing pad was critical to the success of our B1 Antarctic killer whale mission. When on the hunt through ice, B1s often travelled faster than the boat. Keeping up with them was a real challenge so slowing the boat down to launch and land the drone was not an option. And yes, I did buzz the tower. Cheers to @tomwalkercam for the video. #AnimalsUpClose on Disney+ @wildstarfilms @natgeo
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A pod of B1 Antarctic killer whales cruising along during a snow shower on the Antarctic Peninsula. Filming from a drone in these conditions always reminds me of spaceships in Star Wars going into Hyperspace! It’s really important to keep an eye on the type of snow falling. If the snow is dry and crispy, the drone blows it away as it flies. If the snow ever becomes wet and melty, it’s time to land very quickly! Shot for #AnimalsUpClose on Disney+ @wildstarfilms @natgeo
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18 days ago
Echolocation – one of nature’s amazing answers to underwater navigation. Listening to these killer whales communicate and search their underwater environment was a spine-tingling experience. Amazing sound recordings by @ZubinSarosh . Filmed by Will West for #AnimalsUpClose on Disney+ @wildstarfilms @natgeo
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22 days ago
Good old Antarctic brain freeze. If you find yourself preparing to film in very cold water, I’d recommend a month of cold showers while doing times tables in the lead up. It really helps your brain and body figure out how to function while very chilly. Dive boat team @cbstronach , @annadimitriadis and Dave Roberts. On expedition for #AnimalsUpClose on Disney+ @wildstarfilms @natgeo
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25 days ago
Ever wondered what sea ice looks like underwater? Maybe not, but here you go anyway! As summer progresses in Antarctica, the sea ice begins to rot. I love that a piece that looks completely flat on the surface (making a great sleeping spot for a weddell seal!), can be the most extraordinary 3D shape underwater. Thanks to @cbstronach , @annadimitriadis and Dave Roberts for watching my back while I goofed around in the ice. Shot for #AnimalsUpClose on Disney+ @wildstarfilms @natgeo
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27 days ago