Wild Dogs: Pack vs Pride | FULL SEASON MARATHON
Wildlife filmmaker, Julz Braatvedt, returns to Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park to follow the fortunes of two very different dog Packs – the mighty Manzi, and the tiny, but fearless, Kakumbi dogs. It’s the end of the denning season, the packs have brand new pups and the pups Julz filmed last year are now yearlings. They’re having to step up and protect the family. But this year the dog packs are under huge pressure from an increasing number of lions in their territory. This 6 x 25’ series combines observational documentary with blue chip natural history.
#Dogs #Documentary #Animals
Domestic Cat Goes Feral During Mating Season | My Wild Cats 102
Europe might not be the first place you'd associate with large wild cats, but its diverse landscapes—forests, mountains, and islands—are home to various felines that have adapted to coexist with humans. The Iberian lynx, the continent's largest cat, lives in Spain, where we track the lives of a male and female as they communicate through scent marks and eventually mate, raising their young in an abandoned barn. In the Canary Islands, domestic cats turn wild during mating season; we follow a red female who leaves her harbor-view home to find mates, only to encounter a volcanic eruption on her journey back. Additionally, the European wildcat, once common but now diminished due to hunting and habitat loss, survives in the forests of eastern France. A female wildcat raises her three kittens, relying on instinct rather than training to develop their hunting skills, while conservation efforts aim to reduce hybridization with domestic cats.
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Crocodiles Lurk Beneath Waterhole For Vulnerable Prey | Dawn to Dusk 104
Mother’s Day comes at the end of India’s dry season and the beginning of Sri Lanka’s. For mothers and would-be-moms of all shapes and sizes, there’s no time to rest and relax, because the sunrise can be both a blessing and a curse for the creatures of the day. Sweltering temperatures make finding a cool drink a deadly imperative. Mugger crocodiles lurk beneath the surface of waterholes, while lions, tigers and bears stalk the forests. For a Bengal tigress feeding her family is her biggest concern, while Indian antelope and Asiatic lions have mating on their mind. Not everyone will survive this Mother’s Day, in the hours from dawn to dusk.
#Crocodiles #Wildlife #Animals
Facial Tumour Disease Risks Specie Extinction | Secret Life of the Tasmanian Devil 101+102
Dive into the world of Australia’s Tasmanian Devils, the largest carnivorous marsupials, known for their sharp teeth, powerful jaws, and fearsome temperament. Exclusively found in Tasmania, these extraordinary creatures thrive in open forests and woodlands. However, they now face extinction due to Facial Tumour Disease, a deadly ailment spread through biting. This series showcases their remarkable hunting skills, able to take down prey twice their size, while also highlighting their vital role as scavengers in the ecosystem. Witness their fierce battles for dominance and aggressive interactions, alongside tender moments as mothers raise their pouch young, known as joeys, in a fight for survival against the odds.
#Australia #TasmanianDevil #Wildlife
Are Zebras About To Be Extinct? | Kenya Wildlife Diaries 103
Grevy's Zebras are at a tipping point. Their numbers have dropped 50 per cent in less than 20 years putting them on the endangered list. And environmentalists say that if we aren't vigilant, we could lose this beautiful species.. Lewa Conservancy is at the heart of efforts to protect the species so that they can replenish their numbers. We'll see how the conservancy monitors and works with these skittish animals. Partner groups from around the world come to study the Grevy's and add their expertise to the cause.
#Zebras #Documentary #Animals
Everything You Need To Know About Koalas | Secret Life of the Koala 101+102
Join us in this captivating series that explores the life of the koala, an iconic symbol of Australia. Renowned for their cuddly appearance and exclusive eucalyptus diet, these fascinating marsupials face numerous challenges in their natural habitat, from predators and human interference to their picky eating habits that limit their active hours. Filmed across the stunning landscapes of Queensland, New South Wales, and Southern Victoria, we follow the koalas as they navigate their environment, risking dangerous descents to find new trees among the 700 eucalyptus varieties available. Discover how their unique adaptations—padded bottoms for comfort, camouflaged fur, and powerful claws for climbing—enable them to thrive high in the treetops. This series highlights the resilience of koalas and the delicate balance of survival in the wild, showcasing their extraordinary journey.
#koala #koalas #Australia
Restoring Elephant Territory | Kenya Wildlife Diaries 101
Elephants in the wild are constantly on the move. They have roaming corridors that can extend for thousands of kilometers and are part of the family legacy. But as human populations have grown, our species has built cities, villages, farms and conservancies, which have cut off some of the elephant's traditional corridors.
In this episode we'll look at the work that Lewa is doing to try and restore some of that territory to the elephants from Mt, Kenya to Samburu National Park. On the flip side, we'll see how Lewa has created an elephant exclusion zone to try and restore a damaged ecosystem. Both jobs require monitoring their movements by use of radio tracking collars to better understand their needs and to see if they're returning to their natural corridors.
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Peregrine Falcons Are Turning Nocturnal | Unnatural Selection
Cliff swallows in Nebraska have shorter wings, female turtles in Chesapeake Bay are growing larger, and two finch species in the Galapagos are merging into one. Urban peregrine falcons are adapting to hunt at night due to city lights. These changes highlight how human impact has shifted evolution. Since life began 3.5 billion years ago, natural selection drove evolution, but now human activity—transforming landscapes and polluting environments—has introduced a new dimension: Unnatural Selection.
#Bird #Birds #Falcons
Why Elephants Are Being Illegally Poached | Kenya Wildlife Diaries 102
Elephants face a grave threat from illegal poaching driven by organized gangs targeting them for the lucrative ivory trade, prompting urgent warnings from environmentalists and conservationists. At Lewa, efforts to combat this crisis include training armed rangers to protect the elephants and collaborating with local communities to highlight the benefits of wildlife conservation. In this episode, we'll also meet rangers who hand-raise orphaned rhinos, including a 28-day-old baby, the newest member of the Lewa family.
#Elephant #Elephants #animals
Sharks: The Ocean's Top Predators | Great Blue Wild 208
The Pacific coast of Costa Rica is a biodiversity hotspot that hosts nearly 5,000 species of marine life. But here in this undersea jungle, the ocean’s top predators, sharks, are at risk - threatened by loss of habitat and overfishing. Now Costa Rica’s passionate marine defenders are teaming up to create a safer home for these endangered creatures and to save them from extinction. Marine biologists tag young hammerhead sharks to track their movements and build a case for the creation of marine sanctuaries. Conservation groups challenge illegal fishing practices and bring new hope for the future of our oceans.
#shark #sharks #CostaRica
Eastern Kangaroos Box For Mating Rights | Dawn to Dusk 106
It’s the first day of spring and Australia’s unique creatures have an extra bounce in their step. For many it’s the start of the breeding season and across the country males do their best to attract a mate, from singing and dancing to throwing punches. In the grassland’s Eastern grey kangaroos’ box for breeding rights while high in the canopy a koala mother must fight off unwanted attention. But not all Aussie animals are looking for a spring fling, some are more interested in finding a meal. From the desert to the rainforest deadly predators hunt. Freshwater crocodiles snatch their dinner from the air at dusk while Tasmanian devils wait until nightfall to fight over a wallaby carcass. Whether it’s dinner or a date, there’s no spring break for the creatures down under.
#Kangaroos #Kangaroo #Australia
Bears: The Supreme Predators | Wild Hunters 105
Bears are among the most supreme predators on Earth. The turning of the seasons provokes profound changes in bears’ bodies, allowing them to endure the harshest conditions and driving them to extreme behavior. They are marionettes, manipulated by a martial rhythm, an incessant pulse which the climate imposes on all who, in order to survive, have adapted their very existence.
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