In Whale Sharks Are Both Protector and Predator, narrator Sir David Attenborough explores the fascinating behavior of whale sharks, the largest fish in the ocean. Whale sharks use their massive size and feeding strategies to survive in the ocean, often sharing food sources with predatory species like tuna. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
In The Colossal Predator X, naturalist Steve Backshall looks at the features of this dinosaur that made it the deadliest aquatic terror. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Deadly Dinosaurs, a documentary series in which host Steve Backshall is on the hunt for the deadliest animals to have walked the Earth — dinosaurs — exploring features of several species and putting their abilities to the test to reveal the raw power of these creatures.
The article "A Cougar-Like Predator Is Attacking Lemurs in Madagascar — Both Are in Jeopardy and Scientists Don't Know What to Do" from BBC's Discover Wildlife explains how researchers in Madagascar discovered that the fossa, a vulnerable predator, is targeting diademed sifaka lemurs, which are critically endangered. Both species urgently need protection, making the situation a complex issue for conservationists.
In The Ocean's Patient Predators, narrator Sir David Attenborough highlights the behavior of ocean predators like manta rays and whitetip sharks, and their prey. These predators navigate the vast ocean, using senses like taste to locate food. Smaller fish, like pilot fish, benefit from the shark's hunting efforts. Even predators face challenges when hunting swift and agile prey, such as rainbow runners. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
In Escaping Predators: Capuchin Monkeys and Wild Goats, narrator Gordon Buchanan details how even a young animal can play an important role in keeping predators away. Learn about how Capuchin monkeys and wild goats contribute to their communities by alerting others to the presence of danger and using their own special survival skills. This video is excerpted from BBC's Animal Babies, a heartwarming show that follows the first breaths, first steps and first feeds of some adorable baby animals, revealing the challenges they face to survive in some of the toughest but most beautiful places on the planet.
In Strange Predators of the Deep Sea, narrator Sir David Attenborough details animals that live in the deep sea. Watch anglerfish and gulper eels catch prey. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Blue Planet, a definitive documentary series diving into the mysterious depths of the sea to discover the natural history of the world’s oceans and the rarely seen marine life that reside there.
In Predators and Defenders of the Coral Reef, narrator Sir David Attenborough examines what happens when predators descend on the coral reef. Learn how a crab protects the reef. Learn how parrotfish’s actions add up to creating beaches and islands. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Blue Planet, a definitive documentary series diving into the mysterious depths of the sea to discover the natural history of the world’s oceans and the rarely seen marine life that reside there.
In Mackerel Predators Follow Their Vibrations, narrator Sir David Attenborough explains how spotted dolphins travel, play, and find prey, and how sailfish have adapted a strategy to catch schooling mackerel. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Blue Planet, a definitive documentary series diving into the mysterious depths of the sea to discover the natural history of the world’s oceans and the rarely seen marine life that reside there.
In Crocodilians, Ancient Apex Predators, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod meets some crocodilians. This category includes crocodiles, alligators, and other similar species that use their sensitive skin to detect pressure and vibrations, especially in murky waters where their vision is limited. This unique adaptation helps them hunt and survive as an apex predator. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In Bioluminescence and Jungle Predators, narrator Sir David Attenborough explores the fascinating world of bioluminescence in the jungle. The video showcases how glowing fungi lure insects and how the railroad worm uses its colorful glow to hunt in the dark. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Planet Earth II, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
In Predators and Prey in the Arctic, narrator Sir David Attenborough explores snow geese, who gather in numbers to protect themselves and their eggs from Arctic foxes. Watch as an Arctic fox stashes eggs, and wolves hunt for caribou. This video is excerpted from BBC's Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
The article "Komodo Dragons: Nature’s Giant Venomous Predators" from BBC's Discover Wildlife delves into the biology and ecology of the world's largest lizard. It covers their impressive size, unique venomous bite, dietary habits, reproductive strategies, and the threats leading to their endangered status, including habitat loss and climate change.
In Whale Sharks Are Both Protector and Predator, narrator Sir David Attenborough explores the fascinating behavior of whale sharks, the largest fish in the ocean. Whale sharks use their massive size and feeding strategies to survive in the ocean, often sharing food sources with predatory species like tuna. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
In The Colossal Predator X, naturalist Steve Backshall looks at the features of this dinosaur that made it the deadliest aquatic terror. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Deadly Dinosaurs, a documentary series in which host Steve Backshall is on the hunt for the deadliest animals to have walked the Earth — dinosaurs — exploring features of several species and putting their abilities to the test to reveal the raw power of these creatures.
The article "A Cougar-Like Predator Is Attacking Lemurs in Madagascar — Both Are in Jeopardy and Scientists Don't Know What to Do" from BBC's Discover Wildlife explains how researchers in Madagascar discovered that the fossa, a vulnerable predator, is targeting diademed sifaka lemurs, which are critically endangered. Both species urgently need protection, making the situation a complex issue for conservationists.
In The Ocean's Patient Predators, narrator Sir David Attenborough highlights the behavior of ocean predators like manta rays and whitetip sharks, and their prey. These predators navigate the vast ocean, using senses like taste to locate food. Smaller fish, like pilot fish, benefit from the shark's hunting efforts. Even predators face challenges when hunting swift and agile prey, such as rainbow runners. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
In Escaping Predators: Capuchin Monkeys and Wild Goats, narrator Gordon Buchanan details how even a young animal can play an important role in keeping predators away. Learn about how Capuchin monkeys and wild goats contribute to their communities by alerting others to the presence of danger and using their own special survival skills. This video is excerpted from BBC's Animal Babies, a heartwarming show that follows the first breaths, first steps and first feeds of some adorable baby animals, revealing the challenges they face to survive in some of the toughest but most beautiful places on the planet.
In Strange Predators of the Deep Sea, narrator Sir David Attenborough details animals that live in the deep sea. Watch anglerfish and gulper eels catch prey. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Blue Planet, a definitive documentary series diving into the mysterious depths of the sea to discover the natural history of the world’s oceans and the rarely seen marine life that reside there.
In Predators and Defenders of the Coral Reef, narrator Sir David Attenborough examines what happens when predators descend on the coral reef. Learn how a crab protects the reef. Learn how parrotfish’s actions add up to creating beaches and islands. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Blue Planet, a definitive documentary series diving into the mysterious depths of the sea to discover the natural history of the world’s oceans and the rarely seen marine life that reside there.
In Mackerel Predators Follow Their Vibrations, narrator Sir David Attenborough explains how spotted dolphins travel, play, and find prey, and how sailfish have adapted a strategy to catch schooling mackerel. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Blue Planet, a definitive documentary series diving into the mysterious depths of the sea to discover the natural history of the world’s oceans and the rarely seen marine life that reside there.
In Crocodilians, Ancient Apex Predators, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod meets some crocodilians. This category includes crocodiles, alligators, and other similar species that use their sensitive skin to detect pressure and vibrations, especially in murky waters where their vision is limited. This unique adaptation helps them hunt and survive as an apex predator. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In Bioluminescence and Jungle Predators, narrator Sir David Attenborough explores the fascinating world of bioluminescence in the jungle. The video showcases how glowing fungi lure insects and how the railroad worm uses its colorful glow to hunt in the dark. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Planet Earth II, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
In Predators and Prey in the Arctic, narrator Sir David Attenborough explores snow geese, who gather in numbers to protect themselves and their eggs from Arctic foxes. Watch as an Arctic fox stashes eggs, and wolves hunt for caribou. This video is excerpted from BBC's Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
The article "Komodo Dragons: Nature’s Giant Venomous Predators" from BBC's Discover Wildlife delves into the biology and ecology of the world's largest lizard. It covers their impressive size, unique venomous bite, dietary habits, reproductive strategies, and the threats leading to their endangered status, including habitat loss and climate change.