The Frog Ark | WILD HOPE
Many of the world’s most beloved frogs and amphibians are headed for extinction, but inside “The Ark” in Panama, some of those threatened species are given a fighting chance. Using innovative technology and breakthrough genetics, researchers have ignited a cadre of solutions to save these rare and cherished species.
Episodes
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Deep Trouble | Spy in the Ocean
S42 E5 - 53m 25s
Spy creatures showcase the challenges of ocean life. From a baby whale in danger and marine iguanas battling storms, to a mantis shrimp’s knockout punch, the spies are never far from trouble.
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Deep Relationships | Spy in the Ocean
S42 E4 - 53m 25s
Spy creatures uncover surprising undersea relationships as sharks befriend fish, whales play with dolphins, and lobsters do the conga in seas where even spider crabs have friends.
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Deep Feelings | Spy in the Ocean
S42 E3 - 53m 25s
Spy creatures explore animal emotions and the deep feelings we share. With surfing dolphins, kissing manatees and sensitive cuttlefish, witness the emotional rollercoaster of life in the sea.
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Deep Thinkers | Spy in the Ocean
S42 E2 - 53m 25s
Spy creatures reveal an ocean full of startling ways of thinking, including large-brained whales, smart octopi, diving monkeys, creative fish and other intelligent animals.
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The Platypus Guardian
S42 E1 - 53m 18s
Witness the story of Pete Walsh, a Tasmanian man who befriends a platypus he names Zoom. With the help of experts, Pete learns more about the platypus’s secret world in a mission to protect them from the dangers of urban development.
Extras + Features
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Growing Up as an Irish Pine Marten
S42 E17 - 3m 19s
Born inside a hollow tree in mid-April, two pine martens were born vulnerable and dependent on their mother. By the end of the summer, these kits were venturing out on their own.
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Filming Ireland's Harsh Landscapes
S42 E17 - 7m 34s
Director John Murray has filmed animals all over the world but has always wanted to capture the lives of the creatures in this extraordinarily rocky outcrop on the west coast of Ireland - the Burren. Nestled against the unforgiving coast of the Wild Atlantic Ocean, this is a harsh landscape like almost no other.
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Mysterious Gathering of Sharks
S42 E17 - 2m 53s
Basking sharks are the second biggest fish on the planet, up to 40 feet long and four tons in weight. While these massive sharks are typically solitary, they have recently been found gathering together. And no one knows why.
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Preview of Wild Ireland: Kingdom of Stone
S42 E17 - 30s
Follow the story of a pine marten as she takes us on a journey through a landscape of grey stone called the Burren, home to some of Ireland’s most enchanting wildlife.
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The Slow Worm Is Not a Worm
S42 E17 - 1m 22s
The slow worm is neither a snake nor a worm but a legless lizard. Its round tongue and moving eyelids put it in the lizard category.
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Meet Patron, the Ukrainian War Hero
S42 E16 - 3m
Meet Patron, the bomb-detecting Jack Russell terrier who has saved countless lives. His exceptional sense of smell and small size make him a great fit for his newfound career as a bomb-sniffing dog.
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Filming in a War Zone
S42 E16 - 6m 25s
Like never before, the Ukraine war has magnified the complexities of our obligations to animals in times of crisis. From pets to wild animals, these stories illuminate the effects of war on animals. Go behind the scenes with Director Anton Ptushkin, as he navigates filming in a war zone and shares some stories that did not make the final version of the film.
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Amazing Cat Rescue in Ukraine
S42 E16 - 3m 18s
Shafa, a cat in Borodyanka, was rescued from a severely war-damaged building. The cat miraculously survived for 60 days without food and water.
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Preview of Saving the Animals of Ukraine
S42 E16 - 30s
In the midst of violence and war, Ukrainian citizens are coming together to rescue animals that have been left behind by those forced to flee. Witness a moving view into the effects of war on animals, and the humans who help them.
For more information and reminders about the premiere, text Ukraine to 20366.
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Rescuing Pets in Wartime
S42 E16 - 2m 56s
Amid the war, Ukrainian citizens are coming together to rescue pets left behind by those forced to flee. ZooPatrol is one example of civilians stepping up to save animals during war.
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Director Anton Ptushkin's Vlog | Inside "Saving the Animals of Ukraine"
S42 E16 - 7m 25s
In a vlog, Director Anton Ptushkin discusses his experience working on "Saving the Animals of Ukraine."
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Filming Grizzly 399
S42 E15 - 2m 9s
On April 16, 2022, Tom Mengelsen and the film crew rush to shoot photos of Grizzly 399 and her cubs as they emerge from hibernation. The director, Elizabeth Leiteris moved by the experience.
Schedule
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American Horses
Wednesday
Jul 24
1 Hour
The history of unique American horse breeds, including the mustang, Appaloosa, Morgan and quarter horse, that helped shape the nation and the people who continue the tradition of caring for them. -
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American Horses
Wednesday
Jul 24
1 Hour
The history of unique American horse breeds, including the mustang, Appaloosa, Morgan and quarter horse, that helped shape the nation and the people who continue the tradition of caring for them. -
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American Horses
Thursday
Jul 25
1 Hour
The history of unique American horse breeds, including the mustang, Appaloosa, Morgan and quarter horse, that helped shape the nation and the people who continue the tradition of caring for them. -
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American Horses
Thursday
Jul 25
1 Hour
The history of unique American horse breeds, including the mustang, Appaloosa, Morgan and quarter horse, that helped shape the nation and the people who continue the tradition of caring for them. -
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American Horses
Thursday
Jul 25
1 Hour
The history of unique American horse breeds, including the mustang, Appaloosa, Morgan and quarter horse, that helped shape the nation and the people who continue the tradition of caring for them. -
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American Horses
Thursday
Jul 25
1 Hour
The history of unique American horse breeds, including the mustang, Appaloosa, Morgan and quarter horse, that helped shape the nation and the people who continue the tradition of caring for them. -
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American Horses
Sunday
Jul 28
1 Hour
The history of unique American horse breeds, including the mustang, Appaloosa, Morgan and quarter horse, that helped shape the nation and the people who continue the tradition of caring for them. -
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American Horses
Sunday
Jul 28
1 Hour
The history of unique American horse breeds, including the mustang, Appaloosa, Morgan and quarter horse, that helped shape the nation and the people who continue the tradition of caring for them. -
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American Horses
Sunday
Jul 28
1 Hour
The history of unique American horse breeds, including the mustang, Appaloosa, Morgan and quarter horse, that helped shape the nation and the people who continue the tradition of caring for them. -
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American Horses
Sunday
Jul 28
1 Hour
The history of unique American horse breeds, including the mustang, Appaloosa, Morgan and quarter horse, that helped shape the nation and the people who continue the tradition of caring for them. -
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American Horses
Monday
Jul 29
1 Hour
The history of unique American horse breeds, including the mustang, Appaloosa, Morgan and quarter horse, that helped shape the nation and the people who continue the tradition of caring for them. -
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American Horses
Monday
Jul 29
1 Hour
The history of unique American horse breeds, including the mustang, Appaloosa, Morgan and quarter horse, that helped shape the nation and the people who continue the tradition of caring for them. -
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Primates: Secrets of Survival
Wednesday
Jul 31
1 Hour
The various species of primates, often referred to as the highest order of animal on the planet, include chimpanzees, gorillas and the snub-nosed monkey.
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