Episodes
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Survivors
S1 E3 - 54m 39s
As the urban world grows animals are displaced from land that belonged to them. From herons to humpback whales, follow the captivating stories of wild survivors.
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Commuters
S1 E2 - 54m 15s
In a modern migration, animals travel in and out of cities to find food, shelter or to start a family. See if the secret to success in a fast-changing world is commuting.
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Residents
S1 E1 - 53m 30s
From pythons in Bangkok to otters in Singapore, cities may seem unlikely havens for wildlife, but for animals able to adapt, the urban world is filled with opportunity.
Extras + Features
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An Otter Family in Singapore Move Den for the First Time
S1 E1 - 2m 14s
An otter family with young pups move den for the first time. Led by the adults they navigate across Singapore encountering obstacles as they go.
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Macaques in Thailand Raid a Moving Car for Food
S1 E1 - 50s
The "Mafia" troop of Macaques in Lopburi, Thailand prove they know the best spots in town to grab a bite to eat. For them, it’s all about timing as they raid a moving car to get a meal.
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The Largest Long-Eared Owl Roost in the World
S1 E1 - 1m 41s
750 long-eared owls are thriving in the shelter of Kikinda town square, Serbia in what is by far the largest long-eared owl roost in the world.
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Preview
S1 - 30s
Discover the extraordinary animals adapting to life in the world’s most loved cities, and witness the remarkable ways they meet the challenges of surviving in the newest habitat on the planet.
Schedule
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Wild Metropolis
Survivors
Friday
Apr 26
1 Hour
Stories of animals that survive despite being displaced by the growth of cities.
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