Life at the Waterhole

Explore the daily drama as African wildlife flock to a manmade waterhole rigged with cameras. Dr. M. Sanjayan and his team uncover the complex dynamic of this bustling oasis where elephants, lions, leopards and more meet and compete for water.

Schedule

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Life at the Waterhole

Monday
Aug 3

2:00 pm

1 Hour

Warthogs and elephants discover a new manmade waterhole in the African savanna.
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Life at the Waterhole

Monday
Aug 3

3:00 pm

1 Hour

Hotter weather impacts the animals as the waterhole becomes busier as the night gets cooler, and nocturnal activity brings a new predator out of the shadows -- the elusive hyena.
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Life at the Waterhole

Monday
Aug 3

4:00 pm

1 Hour

Rain transforms life at the waterhole, creating an abundance of food as mating and birthing seasons arrive; moderate weather makes it harder for predators as prey is able to migrate farther.

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