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Colours of Nature

Colours of Nature

From subtle to shocking, colour enhances the beauty of the natural world. Colour is a language to most living things, whether as a warning, camouflage or a come on. But there's more to colour than just pigment. Colours define how many animals behave, how they mate and how they inter-act with one another. For us the beautiful and varied shades of the animal kingdom form a spec-tacular kaleidoscope of colours. With all the diversity in the world, sit back and enjoy all the col-ours of the animal kingdom.

2026-06-05 05:00:00 +0000 UTC2026-06-05 05:52:52 +0000 UTC(52m)
Wild Waters

Wild Waters

From the highest mountain to the lowest valley, rivers and streams are freshwater highways, de-livering essential life blood to all kinds of wildlife. From some of the most iconic species like the otter and the trout, to the unfamiliar and elusive, like the delicate harvest mouse. Life on these freshwater freeways can be tough, and for many it's a constant battle just to stay alive. Take a break from the oceans and turn to the rivers and streams, home to the real wild waters of the nat-ural world.

2026-06-05 09:30:22 +0000 UTC2026-06-05 10:25:35 +0000 UTC(55m)
Defending the Family

Defending the Family

In the animal kingdom the desire to breed and defend young sits above all else, and every creature deploys its own unique strategies to get the job done. Some fight for their own with lethal jaws, whilst others get in help, making use of neighbourhood bodyguards for hire. Some rely on close friends to help them out and others choose to isolate themselves in a fortress instead. Whatever their plan for a safe home, one thing's for sure - animals will stop at nothing to defend their families.

2026-06-05 05:52:52 +0000 UTC2026-06-05 06:47:24 +0000 UTC(54m)
Colours of Nature

Colours of Nature

From subtle to shocking, colour enhances the beauty of the natural world. Colour is a language to most living things, whether as a warning, camouflage or a come on. But there's more to colour than just pigment. Colours define how many animals behave, how they mate and how they inter-act with one another. For us the beautiful and varied shades of the animal kingdom form a spec-tacular kaleidoscope of colours. With all the diversity in the world, sit back and enjoy all the col-ours of the animal kingdom.

2026-06-05 05:00:00 +0000 UTC2026-06-05 05:52:52 +0000 UTC(52m)
Cheetah: Beating the Odds

Cheetah: Beating the Odds

A cheetah raises her young family on the vast expanse of the Serengeti. If her cubs are going to survive, she'll have to overcome a barrage of challenges. Lions, gangsters of the plains, are quick to throw their muscle around, whilst hyenas and jackals attempt to steal anything the cheetah manage to kill. The cheetah will have to learn the hunting skills their mother has perfected. Once they've learnt the ropes, they'll make their own way across the plains, establishing territory and having cubs of their own.

2026-06-05 03:54:09 +0000 UTC2026-06-05 05:00:00 +0000 UTC(1h5m)
Nature's Most Dangerous

Nature's Most Dangerous

Who's not a thrill seeker among us? We humans love to put ourselves at risk and lap up the thrill of living dangerously. And to fuel our fetish for fear, we turn to the animal kingdom. But what is the truth behind the killers of the natural world? Do they live up to their reputations, and who really is the most dangerous? From killer crocs to ferocious big cats, we'll run you through the most dangerous teeth, fangs, stingers and bites in the animal kingdom. These are the deadliest animals on planet earth.

2026-06-04 20:34:49 +0000 UTC2026-06-04 21:29:42 +0000 UTC(54m)
Mountains

Mountains

Mountains define some of our most spectacular landscapes, creating a mosaic of dramatic habitats, teaming with incredible wildlife. Mountains are found on every continent on Earth, covering 22% of the planet's surface. They're a vital part of our ecosystem a quarter of terrestrial animal and plant species live in mountains and they house an incredible 85% of all amphibians, mammals and birds. It's no wonder that so many cultures consider mountains sacred places: gateways to the heavens.

2026-06-04 18:41:46 +0000 UTC2026-06-04 19:38:17 +0000 UTC(56m)
Cheetah: Beating the Odds

Cheetah: Beating the Odds

A cheetah raises her young family on the vast expanse of the Serengeti. If her cubs are going to survive, she'll have to overcome a barrage of challenges. Lions, gangsters of the plains, are quick to throw their muscle around, whilst hyenas and jackals attempt to steal anything the cheetah manage to kill. The cheetah will have to learn the hunting skills their mother has perfected. Once they've learnt the ropes, they'll make their own way across the plains, establishing territory and having cubs of their own.

2026-06-04 16:54:20 +0000 UTC2026-06-04 17:47:14 +0000 UTC(52m)
Nature's Most Dangerous

Nature's Most Dangerous

Who's not a thrill seeker among us? We humans love to put ourselves at risk and lap up the thrill of living dangerously. And to fuel our fetish for fear, we turn to the animal kingdom. But what is the truth behind the killers of the natural world? Do they live up to their reputations, and who really is the most dangerous? From killer crocs to ferocious big cats, we'll run you through the most dangerous teeth, fangs, stingers and bites in the animal kingdom. These are the deadliest animals on planet earth.

2026-06-04 15:04:55 +0000 UTC2026-06-04 15:59:48 +0000 UTC(54m)
Mountains

Mountains

Mountains define some of our most spectacular landscapes, creating a mosaic of dramatic habitats, teaming with incredible wildlife. Mountains are found on every continent on Earth, covering 22% of the planet's surface. They're a vital part of our ecosystem a quarter of terrestrial animal and plant species live in mountains and they house an incredible 85% of all amphibians, mammals and birds. It's no wonder that so many cultures consider mountains sacred places: gateways to the heavens.

2026-06-04 07:41:57 +0000 UTC2026-06-04 08:38:29 +0000 UTC(56m)
Cheetah: Beating the Odds

Cheetah: Beating the Odds

A cheetah raises her young family on the vast expanse of the Serengeti. If her cubs are going to survive, she'll have to overcome a barrage of challenges. Lions, gangsters of the plains, are quick to throw their muscle around, whilst hyenas and jackals attempt to steal anything the cheetah manage to kill. The cheetah will have to learn the hunting skills their mother has perfected. Once they've learnt the ropes, they'll make their own way across the plains, establishing territory and having cubs of their own.

2026-06-04 05:54:31 +0000 UTC2026-06-04 06:47:25 +0000 UTC(52m)
The Power of Plants  The Great Escape

The Power of Plants The Great Escape

You think plants are boring or passive? Far from it! They use complex reactions to respond to light, sound and touch. And like in the animal kingdom, different species have developed a near unending list of strategies to ensure their legacy is passed on. Plants have evolved tricks to beat the ele-ments, animal enemies or even other plants: From thorns and spines to poisons and even live-in bodyguards. This two-part series shows the survival strategies of our green “roommates” we share the planet with.

2026-06-04 03:52:15 +0000 UTC2026-06-04 05:00:00 +0000 UTC(1h7m)