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Reclaiming Bear River | WILD HOPE

17m 25s

Over 150 years after suffering the worst massacre in U.S. history, the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation has purchased their ancestral homeland — called Wuda Ogwa, or Bear River — with a vision to return it back to nature.

Episodes

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    Hummingbirds of Hollywood

    S43 E13 - 53m 48s

    Amid the glamour of Hollywood, a woman finds herself on a transformative journey as she nurtures wounded hummingbirds, unraveling a visually captivating tale of love, fragility, healing, and the delicate beauty in profound acts of kindness.

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    Salvation | Katavi: Africa's Fallen Paradise

    S43 E12 - 54m 2s

    After the worst drought in years, hope looms on the horizon. The rains finally arrive, and the water brings relief and movement for all. However, the parched land cannot absorb the heavy rain, bringing fresh dangers and further testing the animal families’ survival skills.

  • Purgatory | Katavi: Africa's Fallen Paradise: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Purgatory | Katavi: Africa's Fallen Paradise

    S43 E11 - 54m 3s

    The dry season is developing into a severe drought that is more intense than anything Katavi National Park has witnessed before. The young animals attempt to understand their rapidly changing world while the experienced adults rely on their years of knowledge to survive.

  • Sanctuary | Katavi: Africa's Fallen Paradise: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Sanctuary | Katavi: Africa's Fallen Paradise

    S43 E10 - 54m 3s

    Katavi National Park is typically a lush paradise for wildlife in Tanzania. However, the upcoming dry season looms more threatening than ever before. Meet the hippo, crocodile and lion families who must navigate this change of seasons.

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    Museum Alive with David Attenborough

    S43 E9 - 52m 29s

    Sir David Attenborough explores London’s Natural History Museum and meets some of the most extraordinary creatures from the past. Advanced CGI puts Attenborough face to face with a saber-toothed tiger, a giant eagle, and a colossal snake.

  • Expedition Killer Whale: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Expedition Killer Whale

    S43 E8 - 52m 51s

    Follow a team of scientists and filmmakers in Antarctica studying the most sophisticated hunting strategy in the animal kingdom - killer whales making waves to wash seals off floating ice.

  • Outlanders | Big Cats, Small World: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Outlanders | Big Cats, Small World

    S43 E7 - 53m 33s

    The change of seasons brings turmoil and tough choices to the three big cat families. An aging lion challenges younger rivals, cheetah cubs adjust to life on their own and a leopard mother must balance her children’s needs.

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    Landlords | Big Cats, Small World

    S43 E6 - 53m 33s

    Lion, leopard and cheetah parents attempt to co-exist and raise their cubs on the shores of Botswana’s Gomoti River. Narrated by David Oyelowo.

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    Attenborough's Life Journey

    S43 E5 - 53m 3s

    An intimate portrait of Sir David Attenborough’s life, from his boyhood days as a fossil hunter, through his early days as a BBC host, to his revered status as the foremost natural history presenter.

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    Lions of the Skeleton Coast

    S43 E4 - 53m 33s

    Lion researcher Dr. Philip Stander follows three orphaned desert lion cubs as they navigate the brutal Skeleton Coast of Namibia. Watch the cubs learn to adapt, hunt, and defy the odds of survival in this vast desert territory.

  • San Diego: America's Wildest City: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    San Diego: America's Wildest City

    S43 E3 - 53m 33s

    Experience San Diego's dazzling biodiversity thriving among a human population of 3.3 million residents. From grebes' intricate rituals to orcas' thrilling hunts, witness nature's resilience and beauty amidst the urban sprawl.

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    Dracula's Hidden Kingdom

    S43 E2 - 53m 31s

    Discover the wildlife of Transylvania, a mysterious and secretive region hiding some of Europe’s last true wilderness. Its soaring Carpathian Mountains and vast ancient forests provide sanctuary for wolves, bears and lynx. Narrated by Jeremy Irons.

Extras + Features

  • Hummingbird Rescue: Baby Twins: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Hummingbird Rescue: Baby Twins

    S43 E13 - 2m 18s

    Wounded hummingbirds find their way to Terry Masear as her mobile hotline rings off the hook from callers who find them and require her expertise. Masear is quick to help rescue baby hummingbird twins whose mother died.

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    Preview of Hummingbirds of Hollywood

    S43 E13 - 30s

    Amid the glamour of Hollywood, a woman finds herself on a transformative journey as she nurtures wounded hummingbirds, unraveling a visually captivating tale of love, fragility, healing, and the delicate beauty in profound acts of kindness.

  • A Hummingbird Love Story: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A Hummingbird Love Story

    S43 E13 - 1m 43s

    Hummingbirds Mikhail and Alexa happily share a cage. Although they are different species of hummingbirds, the two get along well, and it may even be the start of a hummingbird romance.

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    Chaos at the Waterhole

    S43 E12 - 3m 16s

    It's extremely rare for crocodiles and hippos to mingle so closely, but extreme drought forces the animals to behave abnormally. As crocodiles and hippos crowd one of the few remaining waterholes, chaos erupts and threatens the life of a baby hippo.

  • Preview of Katavi: Africa's Fallen Paradise: Salvation: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview of Katavi: Africa's Fallen Paradise: Salvation

    S43 E12 - 30s

    After the worst drought in years, hope looms on the horizon. The rains finally arrive, and the water brings relief and movement for all. However, the parched land cannot absorb the heavy rain, bringing fresh dangers and further testing the animal families’ survival skills.

  • Lion Pride Hunts Buffalo: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Lion Pride Hunts Buffalo

    S43 E12 - 3m

    The lion pride works together to take down a buffalo -- even calling in their cubs to watch as they bring down their prey.

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    Hippo Mourning Caught on Camera

    S43 E11 - 1m 32s

    As a new day dawns on a changed hippo colony, the clan gathers around their fallen leader. It's hard not to interpret their behavior as mourning. While this type of procession has been observed with elephants, it is extremely rare amongst hippos.

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    Alpha Hippo vs. Two Intruders

    S43 E11 - 2m 49s

    An alpha hippo is challenged by two outside males. A coup by two hippo bulls is out of the ordinary, but this is no ordinary year, as a once-in-a-lifetime drought spurs unusual animal behavior.

  • Preview of Katavi: Africa's Fallen Paradise: Purgatory: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview of Katavi: Africa's Fallen Paradise: Purgatory

    S43 E11 - 30s

    The dry season is developing into a severe drought that is more intense than anything Katavi National Park has witnessed before. The young animals attempt to understand their rapidly changing world while the experienced adults rely on their years of knowledge to survive.

  • Hungry Lions Hunt Hippos: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Hungry Lions Hunt Hippos

    S43 E11 - 2m 42s

    As extreme drought overtakes Katavi, predators struggle to find food. Lions rarely hunt hippos, but hungry lions can do crazy things.

  • Preview of Katavi: Africa's Fallen Paradise: Sanctuary: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview of Katavi: Africa's Fallen Paradise: Sanctuary

    S43 E10 - 30s

    Katavi National Park is typically a lush paradise for wildlife in Tanzania. However, the upcoming dry season looms more threatening than ever before. Meet the hippo, crocodile and lion families who must navigate this change of seasons.

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    Filming Katavi's Unseen and Remote Wilds

    S43 E10 - 15m 43s

    Wildlife filmmaker Owen PrĂ¼mm explores Katavi, a remote region in Tanzania, documenting its diverse wildlife, including lions, crocodiles and hippos. Facing extreme weather and logistical challenges, his team captures breathtaking stories of survival and interspecies cooperation.

Schedule

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    Nature

    Attenborough's Wonder of Song

    Wednesday
    May 14

    1 Hour

    Exploring seven animal songs found in nature and their significance in the lives of their species, from the song of the largest lemur to the song of the humpback whale.
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    Nature

    My Garden of a Thousand Bees

    Wednesday
    May 14

    1 Hour

    A wildlife cameraman films many diverse species of bees in his urban garden during the COVID-19 lockdown.
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    Nature

    My Garden of a Thousand Bees

    Wednesday
    May 14

    1 Hour

    A wildlife cameraman films many diverse species of bees in his urban garden during the COVID-19 lockdown.
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    Nature: TVSS: Iconic

    Nature

    My Garden of a Thousand Bees

    Thursday
    May 15

    1 Hour

    A wildlife cameraman films many diverse species of bees in his urban garden during the COVID-19 lockdown.
  • Image
    Nature: TVSS: Iconic

    Nature

    My Garden of a Thousand Bees

    Thursday
    May 15

    1 Hour

    A wildlife cameraman films many diverse species of bees in his urban garden during the COVID-19 lockdown.
  • Image
    Nature: TVSS: Iconic

    Nature

    My Garden of a Thousand Bees

    Thursday
    May 15

    1 Hour

    A wildlife cameraman films many diverse species of bees in his urban garden during the COVID-19 lockdown.
  • Image
    Nature: TVSS: Iconic

    Nature

    My Garden of a Thousand Bees

    Thursday
    May 15

    1 Hour

    A wildlife cameraman films many diverse species of bees in his urban garden during the COVID-19 lockdown.
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    Nature

    Museum Alive With David Attenborough

    Friday
    May 16

    1 Hour

    David Attenborough explores London's Natural History Museum and meets creatures from the past, brought to life by CGI, including a giant eagle and colossal snake.
  • Image
    Nature: Attenborough's Wonder of Song: TVSS: Banner-L1

    Nature

    Attenborough's Wonder of Song

    Saturday
    May 17

    1 Hour

    Exploring seven animal songs found in nature and their significance in the lives of their species, from the song of the largest lemur to the song of the humpback whale.
  • Image
    Nature: TVSS: Iconic

    Nature

    My Garden of a Thousand Bees

    Saturday
    May 17

    1 Hour

    A wildlife cameraman films many diverse species of bees in his urban garden during the COVID-19 lockdown.
  • Image
    Nature: TVSS: Iconic

    Nature

    My Garden of a Thousand Bees

    Sunday
    May 18

    1 Hour

    A wildlife cameraman films many diverse species of bees in his urban garden during the COVID-19 lockdown.
  • Image
    Nature: TVSS: Iconic

    Nature

    My Garden of a Thousand Bees

    Sunday
    May 18

    1 Hour

    A wildlife cameraman films many diverse species of bees in his urban garden during the COVID-19 lockdown.
  • Image
    Nature: Attenborough's Wonder of Song: TVSS: Banner-L1

    Nature

    Attenborough's Wonder of Song

    Sunday
    May 18

    1 Hour

    Exploring seven animal songs found in nature and their significance in the lives of their species, from the song of the largest lemur to the song of the humpback whale.
  • Image
    Nature: TVSS: Iconic

    Nature

    My Garden of a Thousand Bees

    Sunday
    May 18

    1 Hour

    A wildlife cameraman films many diverse species of bees in his urban garden during the COVID-19 lockdown.
  • Image
    Nature: TVSS: Iconic

    Nature

    My Garden of a Thousand Bees

    Sunday
    May 18

    1 Hour

    A wildlife cameraman films many diverse species of bees in his urban garden during the COVID-19 lockdown.
  • Image
    Nature: Museum Alive With David Attenborough: TVSS: Iconic

    Nature

    Museum Alive With David Attenborough

    Sunday
    May 18

    1 Hour

    David Attenborough explores London's Natural History Museum and meets creatures from the past, brought to life by CGI, including a giant eagle and colossal snake.
  • Image
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    Nature

    Attenborough and the Sea Dragon

    Sunday
    May 18

    1 Hour

    Onsite extraction of fossils of an ichthyosaur, a fish lizard that ruled during the time of the dinosaurs, and a 3-D reconstruction of the creature; host David Attenborough.
  • Image
    Nature: TVSS: Iconic

    Nature

    My Garden of a Thousand Bees

    Monday
    May 19

    1 Hour

    A wildlife cameraman films many diverse species of bees in his urban garden during the COVID-19 lockdown.
  • Image
    Nature: Museum Alive With David Attenborough: TVSS: Iconic

    Nature

    Museum Alive With David Attenborough

    Monday
    May 19

    1 Hour

    David Attenborough explores London's Natural History Museum and meets creatures from the past, brought to life by CGI, including a giant eagle and colossal snake.
  • Image
    Nature: TVSS: Iconic

    Nature

    Attenborough and the Sea Dragon

    Monday
    May 19

    1 Hour

    Onsite extraction of fossils of an ichthyosaur, a fish lizard that ruled during the time of the dinosaurs, and a 3-D reconstruction of the creature; host David Attenborough.

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