A documentary featuring a Bermudian explorer’s views on marine conservation and the changes he witnessed in the island’s environment is now available online.

The film Shark Country, featuring legendary Bermudian ocean pioneer Teddy Tucker, can be viewed on the environmental streaming platform WaterBear, a government spokesman said.

It addresses the decline in shark populations, the impact of overfishing and the importance of sustainable resource management.

It also explores the views of local fishermen on the disappearance of sharks from Bermuda's waters and the decline in fish stocks over the past 40 years.

The spokesman said the film underscored the ecological imbalance caused by the loss of apex predators and the urgent need for sustainable marine management.

The documentary was the lead film promoted for September in WaterBear’s e-mail blast to members and leads the billing on their streaming platform.

WaterBear is a free streaming platform with a mission to connect, inform and empower a global audience to act for a sustainable future.

The platform showcases award-winning documentaries and content focused on climate action, biodiversity and community.

“Having Shark Country featured on WaterBear is a significant achievement,” a spokesman for the Department of Environment and Natural Resources said.

“This platform allows us to share Bermuda's story with a global audience of environmentally conscious viewers, raising awareness about the challenges we face and the solutions we are working towards.”

The platform has more than one million members and boasts a strong following across social media platforms, with more than 400,000 followers.

It is available in more than 40 countries and is accessible via mobile, tablet, desktop and TV devices.

The spokesman said the film's presence on WaterBear highlighted Bermuda's commitment to addressing critical environmental issues.