Animal Planet's new series explores oceans

Animal Planet takes a voyage of discovery in its new series 'Oceans' to unravel mysteries, take unbeatable adventures to provide a vital understanding of the planet's biggest and least explored asset.

Hidden within the depths of these oceans are secrets about the planet and life itself. From the striking but gentle turquoise seas of the Caribbean to the icy-cold Arctic, the oceans hold secrets and stories, the likes of which anyone would have barely even begun to know.

Premiering on Thursday, 13th May at 10 pm, the eight-part series, OCEANS will shed light on abundance of marine phenomenon that has amazed us for centuries.

Commenting on the series, Rahul Johri, senior vice president & general manager, India, Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific said, "Animal Planet through its new series OCEANS will give viewers a better understanding of the state of our oceans today, their role in the past, present and future and their significance in global terms."

Traversing the world's oceans from pole to pole, covering over 50 locations around the world, the team shot 445 hours of footage. The series 'Oceans' combines stunning photography and fascinating insights to show some of the rarest moments ever captured on tape. There are stories that intrigue and enthrall ' from discovering the truth behind rumours that the Mediterranean Sea has become a breeding ground for the Great White Shark, to exploring ancient wrecks that tell tales of piracy past and present.