Ep 14. Coconut Crisis / Sunfish
- TV-Y
- April 1, 2016
- 24 min
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In "Coconut Crisis / Sunfish," the Octonauts face two challenges in the ocean. The first problem arises when a coconut avalanche damages the Octopod's communication antennae, leaving them unable to receive calls for help. Peso the Penguin and Tweak the Rabbit set out to try and fix the antennae while the others go out to explore. They soon discover that the coconut trees are being knocked over by a group of tiny coconut crabs who are using the coconut shells as hermit crab shells. The Octonauts need to figure out how to stop the crabs from destroying the coconut trees while still allowing them to have shells to live in. They finally come up with a solution by fashioning new houses for the crabs out of driftwood.
The second problem arises when Dashi the Dog discovers a sunfish floating on the surface of the ocean. The sunfish seems to be ill and unable to swim properly, making it an easy target for predators. The Octonauts take the sunfish aboard and do their best to diagnose and treat its illness. They eventually discover that the sunfish is suffering from extreme bloating caused by eating plastic bags. The Octonauts band together to try and remove as much plastic from the ocean as they can, in order to prevent other sea creatures from suffering the same fate.
As always, the Octonauts work together to overcome these challenges, using their bravery, skills, and unique abilities. With their unwavering determination and love for marine life, they prove that they are truly the best team for the job. "Coconut Crisis / Sunfish" is a heartwarming episode that highlights the importance of taking care of our oceans and the creatures that call them home.