Synopsis

Wildlife documentary series presented by David Attenborough. A look at survival in grasslands, from Asia's saiga antelope to the giant anteaters of Brazil.

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2: Mountains | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 58'10''

The wildlife documentary series with David Attenborough continues with a unique and intimate glimpse into the secretive lives of mountain-dwel...

3: Jungles | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 58'00'''

Jungles provide the richest habitats on the planet - mysterious worlds of high drama where extraordinary animals attempt to survive in the most ...

4: Deserts | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 58'09''

The world's deserts force animals to come up with ingenious ways of coping with hostile conditions, giving rise to the most incredible survival ...

6: Cities | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 58'32''

Cities can be worlds of surprising opportunity for animals, from the leopards prowling the streets of Mumbai to the peregrine falcons hunting amo...

A harvest mouse climbs to the canopy of its grassland 'jungle' | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 1'42''

Food is plentiful amongst the flower heads but this mouse must be vigilant for predators who...

Baby ibex chased by fox | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 1'12''

Vertiginous slopes keep ibex families safe from predators but they need to descend to flat ground to drink and this brings them in ...

Back scratching bears | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 2'20''

David Attenborough describes how mother bears show their cubs how to shed their winter coats.

Bee-eaters use elephants to help them catch insects | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 1'45''

As a bull elephant strides through the grasslands of Botswana, a flock of bee-eaters jostle to grab the...

Bowerbird steals a heart for his bower | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 2'25''

This grey bowerbird has spent over a decade curating his collection of mostly man-made objects, designed to impress ...

Draco lizard runs from a fight | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 1'57''

In the forests of Malaysia a draco lizard makes a speedy getaway when challenged by a rival male.

Hatchling marine iguana chased by snakes | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 2'05''

Hatchling marine iguanas race to avoid being caught by the waiting snakes.

Komodo fight | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 2'05''

Dragon territories overlap, creating continual conflict.

Langurs free-running in the city | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 1'23''

An alpha male langur takes part in a high speed chase across city rooftops to defend his females from marauding younger ma...

Locusts take to the air | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 2'18''

A billion locusts take to the air in a ravening swarm in Madagascar.

Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 58'28''

Wildlife documentary series presented by David Attenborough, beginning with a look at the remote islands which offer sanctuary to some of the planet's rarest...

Snow leopards mark their territory | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 1'33''

Snow leopards live solitary lives, but remain well aware of the presence of their neighbours, because they leave message...

Swimming sloth | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 1'24''

The tiny island of Escudo de Veraguas is home to the pygmy three-toed sloth. Smaller than its mainland relatives it lives in the mangroves o...

Young spider monkey needs dad's help | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 2'23''

In the forests of Guatemala a young spider monkey is going exploring. But she gets stuck and needs dad's help to get d...

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2: Ocean | Planet Earth III

BBC One | 2023 | 58'32''

A groundbreaking journey from tropical shallow seas to the mysterious depths. Sir David Attenborough reveals extraordinary new worlds and unique ...

The mystery of the whale shark nursery | Blue Planet II

BBC One | 2017 | 3'08''

Nutrients from the deep provide sustenance for a large gathering of sea life.

Ants vs Cows | Natural World

BBC Two | 2017 | 2'09''

The super colony unites in a spectacular attack to defend their nest from curious cows.

3: Jungles | Planet Earth II

BBC One | 2016 | 58'00'''

Jungles provide the richest habitats on the planet - mysterious worlds of high drama where extraordinary animals attempt to survive in the most ...

Lizard Heaters | Life in Cold Blood

BBC Two | 2014 | 3'53''

Wall lizards take advantage of foul-smelling dead-horse arums.

How Many People Can Live on Planet Earth? | Horizon

BBC Two | 2009 | 58'22''

Naturalist Sir David Attenborough investigates whether the world faces a population crisis and if it is the duty of indiv...

7: Great Plains | Planet Earth

BBC One | 2006 | 58'56''

Documentary series which celebrates Earth in its natural glory. A look at the great plains - wildernesses which support the greatest gathering...

Weighty wanderers | Life in the Freezer

BBC Two | 1993 | 3'04''

With a wingspan of over 3m, the wandering albatross has the biggest feeding range of any bird. Throughout the winter they remain in n...

Our Precious Isles | Wild Isles

BBC One | 2023 | 57'14''

David Attenborough celebrates the rich variety of habitats in our wild isles, the existence of which is critical for the survival of species ...

David Attenborough | The Queen's Platinum Jubilee

BBC One | 2022 | 1'32''

David Attenborough speaks about the environment. Also, includes footage of the drones that turn into animals.

2: Water Worlds | The Green Planet

BBC One | 2022 | 58'13''

A look at the beautiful, bizarre worlds created by water plants. Flowers smother rivers and lakes. Plants fight and hunt. A river bubbles ...

Greta meets David Attenborough | Greta Thunberg: A Year to Change the World

BBC One | 2021 | 3'39''

Greta Thunberg and David Attenborough discuss their hopes for the future of the planet.

COP26 delegates and climate scientists | Climate Change: The Facts

BBC One | 2021 | 3'06''

COP26 delegates and climate scientist Hannah Cloke discuss their hopes for the COP26 conference.

The People v Climate Change

BBC Two | 2021 | 1'03'06''

Meet the 108 ordinary Brits who Sir David Attenborough says we should listen to. This warm and honest documentary reveals how everyday people fee...

Leopard seal vs penguin | Seven Worlds, One Planet

BBC One | 2021 | 2'46''

Glaciers crumbling more quickly, due to climate change, give the advantage to leopard seals hunting penguins.

Poison dart frogs battle it out | Attenborough's Life in Colour

BBC One | 2021 | 1'15''

A poison dart frog fights off a contender until he's sufficiently warned off.

The Weddell seal's adaptations | Life

BBC Two | 2021 | 4'11''

The Weddell seal is perfectly adapted to survive in the environment it must endure.

Biodiversity loss | Extinction: The Facts

BBC One | 2020 | 4'12''

An exploration of the devastating impacts of the loss of insect and plant biodiversity.

Buffalo to the rescue | Dynasties

BBC One | 2018 | 1'33''

A painted wolf pack is attacked by lions seeking out the pups to kill. But an angry buffalo comes charging in and distracts the lions.

Marine predators and scavengers | The Blue Planet

BBC Two | 2017 | 10'13''

The scavengers of the deep ocean rely on predators at the surface to provide their nutrition.

5: Grasslands | Planet Earth II

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