Animal Science
We journey to the land down under — Australia! Discover the science behind one of the world's greatest natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef. Witness the fierce Tasmanian devil in action, and meet the adorable, tree-hugging koala.
We journey to the land down under — Australia! Discover the science behind one of the world's greatest natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef. Witness the fierce Tasmanian devil in action, and meet the adorable, tree-hugging koala.
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Investigate the diverse world of incredible animal tails to discover why some species rely on them while others do not have them at all.
Blue World investigates a huge grouper that's making a comeback in Florida, visits Australia's Great Barrier Reef, and studies camouflage in sea creatures.
Blue World travels to the Bahamas to explore a deep blue hole, then visits the Georgia Aquarium to study Whale sharks who live in a giant tank.
Blue World travels to Antarctica on an epic adventure where we swim with penguins, meet a Leopard Seal, and dive under icebergs.
Michaela is reaching the end of her training at the SANCCOB sea bird hospital with the angry oiled adult penguins, but just as she feels she is getting the hang of things the abandoned chicks start piling into the centre and stakes get higher.
Michaela Strachan takes things to the next level as she signs up as a volunteer on Africa's biggest penguin rescue mission. Will Michaela be able to cope and takes on the care of hundreds of abandoned penguin chicks at the SANCCOB sea bird hospital?
With a high reproduction rate that leads to large numbers on reserves and are the staple diet for predators that keep their numbers in check. See how these highly adapted and unique animals get loaded and gently treated to “migrate” to a new home.
For this episode we will travel to the Entabeni Safari Conservancy where a special family of African elephant awaits relocation. The family will be moved from a private conservation area as they have reached the carrying capacity of that area.
One of the smallest antelope species – the red duiker thrives in the sub-tropical bushveld of the Kwa-Zulu Natal province. This very sensitive animal will be captured in nets, gently removed, and sent on their way to a new home.
Classified as critically endangered, these animals are known for their unpredictable and aggressive behaviour when approached or caught unaware. Join the capture team in an adventurous capture exercise at the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park.
In this episode we relocate two of the largest antelope species in Africa, the Kudu and the Waterbuck. Both these species require a helicopter and very competent ground crew.
What is the purpose of keeping animals in captivity? Conservation or entertainment? Find out as Swati tours several different facilities for answers.
Little Nyani was born premature and was sent to the rhino orphanage. Raising a premature calf is a first for the orphanage. One day the little one is running around, the next she's in Onderstepoort's Veterinary Hospital, fighting for her life.
Charley, crippled by Parvo, may never walk again. Charley's nurse uses everything she can to get Charley back to his family, including play therapy, exercise, and a souped-up walker.
Three-legged dog Trevor, left homeless after Florida's latest fierce hurricane, is prepped for an upcoming adoption event, while the Chief of Public Relations aims to raise record-breaking funds for the North Shore Animal League's upcoming 60th anniversary celebration.
Director of Operations, Paul Greene and dog trainer Mike Malloy head south to Florida, where they get ready to save adoptable dogs left homeless after Hurricanes. And Sparkplug must be admitted to the medical unit to treat pneumonia.
Debbie, recently evicted from her apartment, hopes the North Shore Animal League will help her beloved pet Shorty find a new home. And Bailey has a serious case of pneumonia. While her owner waits and worries at home, Bailey sits in one of the League's oxygen tents, fighting for every breath.
Bear the labrador has a sore leg, which turns into a really expensive problem and Mark travels down to Rotorua to help Stacey with a busy day on the farm.
Bear the Labrador has come into see Stacey again for a sore knee. Stacey travels up to Auckland to assist Mark with a calf that's stuck in the birth cannel.
Molly the dog is paralysed in a hit and run accident, Mark is having a busy day with pigs, goats, horses and a mauled cow and Stacey treats a tortoise with a sore leg.
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