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Nature

Planet Earth II

David Attenborough presents a documentary series exploring how animals meet the challenges of surviving in the most iconic habitats on earth.

1. Islands (59 mins)

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  • 1. Islands
    Islands are wildlife sanctuaries, but surviving in isolation comes with extreme challenges
    59 mins
  • 2. Mountains
    A unique glimpse into the lives of mountain-dwelling animals.
    58 mins
  • 3. Jungles
    A look at the animals competing to survive in the rich habitats of the planet's jungles.
    58 mins
  • 4. Deserts
    The incredible ways in which animals cope with living in the planet's deserts.
    58 mins
  • 5. Grasslands
    A look at survival in grasslands, from Asia's saiga antelope to the anteaters of Brazil.
    58 mins
  • 6. Cities
    Cities can be worlds of surprising opportunity for animals.
    59 mins
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