Episode 1 | Lion Mystery
Bob Poole joins scientist Paola Bouley as she tries to solve a baffling mystery: Why isn’t Gorongosa’s lion population growing? By filming the lions, Poole hopes to help, following five cheeky lion cubs on their journey to adulthood.
Previews + Extras
How to Rebuild a National Park
S1 E1 - 1m 58s
From Episode 1 | Lion Mystery | Hear what it takes to restore a war-torn National Park from Greg Carr, President of the Gorongosa Restoration Project.
Every Lion Counts
S1 E1 - 1m 59s
From Episode 1 | Lion Mystery | Gorongosa was once a stronghold for Africa's lions. Today, lion researcher Paola Bouley fights for their survival.
A Wildlife Cameraman's Dream
S1 E1 - 2m 5s
From Episode 1 | Lion Mystery | It's been Bob Poole's dream to work in a national park ever since he was a child. Now he gets a chance to live in Gorongosa National Park for two years and document it's recovery.
GORONGOSA PARK Rebirth of Paradise | Trailer
S1 E1 - 1m 23s
Experience the inspiring rebirth of an African wilderness through the eyes of Emmy Award-winning wildlife cameraman Bob Poole. Darting lions, wrestling crocs, facing down angry elephants — it’s all part of a day’s work as he joins the battle to re-wild a legendary national park.
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