This documentary delves into the remarkable world of Antarctica, examining its extraordinary weather patterns, the resilient creatures that inhabit its harsh landscapes, and the dynamic forces shaping its vast ice sheet. The first part focu…

Part 2 examines the icebergs—immense, floating islands of ice that calve from glacial cliffs to become vibrant platforms of life. Even in this formidable environment, diverse ecosystems flourish. The primary inhabitants include crabeater s…

Though their prime may have faded, these magnificent animals continue to captivate, as vividly portrayed in the NATURE program *Horses*. From the Mongolian steppes, where children race at dizzying speeds atop horses many times their own siz…

The impressive sled dogs featured in *Sled Dogs: An Alaskan Epic* are, in truth, simply mixed breeds – huskies possessing an extraordinary capacity for endurance.

The influence of animals on human existence extends far beyond simple sustenance. In unexpected ways, they offer lessons, provide healing, and fortify us—affecting our bodies, minds, and souls alike.

Though often underestimated, birds are proving to possess surprising intelligence. Certain species demonstrate an ability to recognize, categorize, and even name diverse objects. Ravens, for example, exhibit remarkable problem-solvi…

From the Alaskan coast's fjords to the Polynesian islands and the icy shores of Antarctica, the humpback whale offers a compelling glimpse into the life of this remarkable animal. This program observes the whales intimately, revealing signi…

Emotions—joy, sorrow, rage, apprehension, affection, animosity—shape the human experience. But do these feelings also hold sway in the lives of animals? The second installment of NATURE’s *Inside the Animal Mind* delves into this compelling…

As you read these words, you are likely aware of the very act of reading. You can readily envision yourself in this act, a nested image within your own awareness. But do animals possess this same level of self-awareness? This is the ques…

In Namibia, a premier habitat for cheetahs, *Cheetahs in a Hot Spot* offers a compelling glimpse into the lives of these elegant predators. The film chronicles the coming-of-age journey of six slender young cheetahs within the wild expanse …

At Grizzly River, nature unfolds a story of a young bear's journey to maturity. We follow Toughie, an eighteen-month-old cub in her final months with her mother. She learns the vital skills of fishing for salmon in the powerful current, for…

*Jackals of the African Crater* chronicles the often poignant and dramatic lives of these wild canids. The narrative follows one pair of black-backed jackals as they desperately strive to nourish their pups during a harsh dry season, only t…

Few blooms have held the human gaze, or ignited such fervent passion, as the orchid.

In "Earth Navigators," nature accompanies the world's most intrepid creatures on their grand, sweeping journeys.

A remarkable capacity for change exists within the animal kingdom, often a vital tool for survival, or for ensuring the continuation of their species.

Whispers persist of a legendary fountain, said to grant eternal youth, hidden within what is now Florida. Perhaps, in a manner both fanciful and true, the explorers who sought it were not entirely mistaken.

From the seahorse's mesmerizing underwater courtship to the rodent whose mating drive leads to literal exhaustion, the nature of sex extends across the planet, revealing the astonishing variety with which creatures find partners, reproduce,…

NATURE offers a captivating journey into the heart of the animal kingdom with an exploration of the world-renowned San Diego Zoo and Animal Park. Each creature holds a story, and so too does the dedicated staff of the San Diego Zoo. In …