Springwatch 2023 episode 5 – As we approach the exciting midpoint of Springwatch, expectations are sky-high. The second week promises to unfold a spectacle of nature that is nothing short of sensational. The nests, those bustling cradles of life, have already staged some dramatic episodes over the weekend that had us all on the edge of our seats. The charismatic …
Spy in the Ocean episode 1 – A new generation of spy creatures search the ocean for intelligent life and find ways of thinking that have to be seen to be believed. The most complex spy creature ever built films the owner of the largest brains on the planet – sperm whales. Spy Whale is the same size as a …
Springwatch 2023 episode 4 – As the inaugural week of Springwatch reaches its thrilling culmination, an overwhelming wave of drama punctuates the narrative. The nests, persistently providing an exhilarating spectacle, are on the cusp of revealing more engrossing stories. Offering an insightful lens into this dynamic world, the esteemed naturalists, Chris Packham and Michaela Strachan, meticulously curate the most notable …
Springwatch 2023 episode 3: As the captivating Springwatch unfolds in all its glory, the enchanting landscape of Dorset’s heathland serves as the stage for an incredible assortment of creatures, each bringing its own unique flair to the performance. The arrival of this season has stirred up a flurry of activity, with new nests appearing, setting the scene for the drama …
Springwatch 2023 episode 2: Our show presents a stunning tableau of a diverse range of wildlife. From mammals that frolic in the fields, to the vibrant birds that soar the skies, to reptiles slithering in their unique grace, amphibians in their water-bound habitats, a host of inverts, and an astonishing array of botanical wonders. All of this and more comprises …
Springwatch 2023 episode 1: Welcoming the return of the celebrated series Springwatch, an incredible shift in scenery is set to offer viewers an unprecedented look at a stunning array of wildlife. Residing in a brand new and utterly captivating location, the show promises to unfold the miracles of nature through a star-studded cast of wildlife characters, adding a fresh new …
Landward episode 5 2023: With spring in the air, Dougie visits Aikengall Farm near Dunbar during their busiest time of the year. He lends a hand with the new arrivals as calving and lambing get fully under way. Arlene is also in East Lothian, climbing Traprain Law and meeting the Exmoor ponies that graze the hillside to keep the vegetation …
Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 5: In this episode Chris Packham reveals the intelligent cons and deceitful behaviour that animal Einsteins use to survive and prosper in the game of life – from disguising themselves to outwit predators, and kidnapping babies to save their own offspring, to reading our body language to pull off a successful robbery. We start with …
Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 4: Chris Packham looks at social intelligence in the animal kingdom and finds out why it is that, for animals, being together means being clever. He looks at how lions hunt in teams and each hold a very specific position, how vampire bats build trust and donor networks through grooming, and how wild wolves first …
Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 3: Finding somewhere to keep safe is one of the biggest challenges an animal faces. But some animals don’t have to find a safe place – they build one. In this episode, Chris reveals some of the best building animals in the world – a group that is incredibly varied. Accomplished animal architects include everything …
Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 1: In this episode, Chris Packham investigates how nature’s masterminds measure up against human brain power. Looking at a variety of animals, such as ravens, crows, bees and starlings, Chris explores how different animals can use tools, solve complex puzzles, recognise themselves in mirrors and even reason like humans. Animals have to be …
Secret Mind of Slime: Meet slime molds: the brainless blobs that can learn, make decisions, and navigate mazes. Who says you need brains to be smart? Extremely primitive life-forms called slime molds can navigate mazes, choose between foods, and create efficient networks—no brain required. New research on these organisms, which are neither plant nor animal, could help reveal the fundamental …