Inside Nature's Giants
Overview
Inside Nature's Giants takes viewers on a captivating journey into the anatomy of some of the world’s largest creatures, including whales and elephants. Premiering in June 2009 on Channel 4, the British documentary features expert dissections led by presenter Mark Evans. Accompanying him are evolutionary biologists Richard Dawkins and Simon Watt, alongside comparative anatomist Joy Reidenberg, as they reveal the mysteries behind these magnificent animals. Currently airing on PBS in the U.S. and repeating on Eden and Watch in the UK, the show also offers an interactive iPad app for an up-close look at the species studied.
Episodes
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The Elephant
This documentary explores the evolutionary adaptations that have enabled elephants to thrive despite their massive size. Elephants consume low-nutrien...
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The Whale
In this gripping episode, specialists examine a massive 65-foot, 60-ton fin whale that has washed ashore in Ireland, second in size only to the blue ...
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3
The Crocodile
Veterinary scientist Mark Evans collaborates with specialists in anatomy, evolution, and behavior to explore the secrets of the crocodile. Evolutiona...
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4
The Giraffe
Veterinary scientist Mark Evans leads a group of specialists on a quest to explore the fascinating biology of the giraffe. Creationists ponder how th...
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The Great White Shark
A team of specialists journeys to South Africa to examine a massive great white shark weighing 900 kilograms and measuring 15 feet in length. Their mi...
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The Monster Python
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3
The Big Cats
Specialists delve into the anatomy of a lion and a tiger, exploring their unique traits. Their journey then takes them to the heart of South Africa, w...
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The Polar Bear
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The Sperm Whale
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3
The Camel
The award-winning team from Inside Nature's Giants embarks on a new adventure in the heart of the Australian Outback, focusing on one of the desert's...
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4
The Dinosaur Bird
The acclaimed series returns to Australia, seeking out a bird often likened to a living dinosaur: the Cassowary, which resides in the lush rainforest...
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Rogue Baboon
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The Hippo
In Zambia's Luangwa Valley, an overwhelming number of hippos gather to feed, putting the survival of other wildlife at risk. As a result, park author...
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3
The Kangaroo
Mark Evans and Joy Reidenberg travel to Australia to examine the country's emblematic animal, revealing unexpected discoveries about kangaroo reprodu...
