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Springwatch 2023 episode 1

Springwatch 2023 episode 1

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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 layer of excitement for audiences across the globe. At the helm, guiding us through this uncharted wilderness, are the duo of Chris Packham and Michaela Strachan, who have pitched their broadcasting hub at the heart of RSPB Arne in Dorset. […]

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Iolo's Borderlands episode 4

Iolo’s Borderlands episode 4

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Iolo’s Borderlands episode 4: Iolo Williams embarks on a captivating journey to explore the diverse wildlife inhabiting the borderlands of north-east Wales. Starting on a moor near Llangollen, he sets out to observe the elusive hen harriers, a highly endangered bird of prey. To witness one of Britain’s most magnificent wildlife displays – the black grouse lek – Iolo sets his alarm for the early hour of 4 am. Continuing his expedition, Iolo visits a crucial nature reserve situated on a bog, which boasts a remarkable assortment of wildlife. Among the fascinating creatures found here are raft spiders, dragonflies, and

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Iolo's Borderlands episode 3

Iolo’s Borderlands episode 3

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Iolo’s Borderlands episode 3: Embarking on a captivating journey, Iolo Williams delves into the mesmerising landscapes of North Radnorshire and Montgomeryshire. The expedition commences at the stunning pasture of Tylcau Hill, situated near Llanbister. This natural haven is a vivid tapestry of colours, teeming with an abundance of wildflowers and a diverse population of rare butterflies. The adventure continues as Iolo ventures towards Dolfor, a quaint village in close proximity to Newtown. This picturesque location is celebrated as one of the few remaining bastions for the curlew, an iconic bird species native to Wales.       As Iolo traverses

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Iolo's Borderlands episode 2

Iolo’s Borderlands episode 2

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Iolo’s Borderlands episode 2: Accompanied by his trusty camera crew and an insatiable curiosity for the natural world, Iolo Williams embarks on an exciting exploration of the borderlands of Radnorshire. Starting his journey along the picturesque banks of the Wye, between the quaint towns of Hay-on-Wye and Glasbury, he immerses himself in the stunning landscapes and diverse ecosystems of this ancient county. As he wanders along the river, Iolo’s sharp eyes and keen senses quickly detect the presence of a variety of wildlife, including nesting little-ringed plovers and oystercatchers. Mesmerized by their intricate behaviors and fascinating habits, he eagerly captures

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Our Changing Planet episode 2

Our Changing Planet episode 2

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Our Changing Planet episode 2: It’s year two of BBC’s ambitious, seven year project charting the fortunes of six of Earth’s most threatened ecosystems, and in the second episode we join three presenters as they celebrate the experts and communities fighting to rebalance another trio of vulnerable habitats. Gordon Buchanan returns to Brazil, Ella Al-Shamahi to Cambodia and Ade Adepitan to Kenya.       Gordon Buchanan returns to Brazil, the most biodiverse country on our planet and home to one of the world’s most important wetlands, the Pantanal. Gordon’s here to revisit a pioneering project that is committed to

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Countryfile - Wild Britain

Countryfile – Wild Britain

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Countryfile – Wild Britain: Picking up the baton from Sir David Attenborough’s Wild Isles, Countryfile launches ‘Wild Britain’, an ambitious 12-month initiative to galvanize us all to help and save our precious wildlife. Ellie Harrison and Hamza Yassin are lending a hand on the Lincolnshire Fens, as a group of local volunteers and schoolchildren begin the transformation of an old playing field into a wildlife haven by building a bog, a dead hedge and a bug hotel. Hamza also takes the children on a wildlife safari at a nearby nature reserve to show what nature their playing field could attract

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Our Changing Planet episode 1

Our Changing Planet episode 1

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Our Changing Planet episode 1 : The second year of the BBC’s ambitious, seven-year, natural history project sees six presenters visit six of the planet’s most threatened ecosystems to meet the people fighting to restore the earth’s delicate balance and adapt to the changes that have already taken place. The BBC’s natural history project enters its second year, taking on the ambitious task of visiting six of the planet’s most threatened ecosystems. The aim of the project is to meet with individuals who are fighting to restore the earth’s delicate balance and adapting to the changes that have already occurred.

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Wild Isles episode 4 - Ocean

Wild Isles episode 5 – Ocean

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Wild Isles episode 5 – Ocean: David Attenborough explores our seas, from the vibrant and surprising shallows to the abundant open ocean, and reveals some extraordinary and dramatic wildlife stories. Sir David Attenborough explores the surprisingly vibrant seas that surround the British Isles. The vast watery wilderness around us is over three times the size of our land mass, and yet to many, our oceans remain a mystery. Full of colour and teeming with life, the seas of Britain and Ireland are crucially important to a range of wildlife. This episode goes beneath the waves to uncover the thriving habitats

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Iolo's Borderlands episode 1

Iolo’s Borderlands episode 1

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Iolo’s Borderlands episode 1: Iolo Williams explores the Welsh Marches, the borderlands with England, discovering amazing wildlife in this surprisingly diverse area. In the Gwent Levels, he is treated to a chorus of birdsong and hunts for one of the rarest bees in Britain – the shrill carder bee. In the Wye Valley, he sets trail cameras to capture shots of elusive wild boar and searches for the rare hawfinch and camouflaged nightjar. Iolo ends this portion of his journey at Llanthony Priory, where house martins are nesting in the ruins. Iolo Williams searches for extraordinary wildlife in the Welsh

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Chris Packham's Animal Einsteins episode 5

Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 5

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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 the ultimate master of disguise – the octopus. Prof Roger Hanlon describes how octopus intelligence rivals that of vertebrates, with extraordinarily fast and complex decision-making that transforms their appearance faster than the blink of an eye. If camouflage doesn’t fool

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Chris Packham's Animal Einsteins episode 4

Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 4

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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 became domesticated and transformed into man’s best friend.       Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 2 is a television series presented by Chris Packham that explores the intelligence and problem-solving abilities of various animal species. The series consists of

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Chris Packham's Animal Einsteins episode 3

Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 3

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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 from beavers to bees and prairie dogs to bowerbirds. They don’t only build homes, however – they also make structures to raise their young, store food, catch prey and impress mates. But what can be learnt from their building brilliance?

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