Pythons are relatively primitive and were some of the fi rst snakes to evolve. Rob Bredl makes a study of the snakes that branded Australia' The land of the Pythons. In all sizes and colors Rob really gets into a 'pet' topic of his and drapes himself with these big guns of the snake world. From 50 centimeters to 6 meters they are all constrictors and use this as their means of killing prey. Rob takes us to an annual bat migration where Children's pythons find plenty of prey... he takes to the trees to find the beautiful green python and even a type named after Rob Bredl's famous snake expert father the 'Bredlii.'
There are no roads into the vast Artic wildlife reserve in Alaska and the only way to film the abundant wildlife in this isolated wilderness is to be dropped by helicopter with your camera equipment and a thorough knowledge of survival techniques. Naturalist Jack Swedberg has taken this adventurous route many times and has been rewarded with spectacular footage of some of the North's great land mammals including Grizzlies Muskoxen and Caribou.
Africa - the cradle of humanity, the heart of our Earth, a continent where the sun hits the Earth almost vertically. Fascinating landscapes, hosting a unique fauna which has perfectly adapted to the natural conditions.Come along with us to the realm of the sun and roam endless savannahs, watch elephants at the watering hole, be stunned by lions, zebras, giraffes, hippos and much more. Let the natives of Namibia show you their Africa!Shot in glorious stereoscopic 3D and high definition for Blu-ray
Contains new footage and a new 2013 edit A double DVD feature Conspiracy is an investigation of the death of rap legend Tupac Shakur. It examines the events surrounding the investigation from two perspectives: how the events actually took place and how they were portrayed to the public. Aftermath is a delicate sequel to Conspiracy, which takes the viewer to the days following the death of the rap artist. The fire, intensity and passion of this artist stills burns brightly in those who were...
Wildlife Paradise travels the globe to bring fascinating arachnids and ravenous reptiles to your screen! Witness how each species of arachnid has evolved unique systems for courting nesting and raising young. See how the amazing Asian forest scorpion travels with her large brood clinging to her back protecting them from predators. The Tarantula and the Centepide are species that prey upon others and pound for pound none are more ferocious or effi cient hunters than the predatory invertebrates! All predatory reptiles have evolved in response to their surroundings. In the swamps of Florida the terrifying alligator swims down large prey and is the undisputed king of the aquatic domain. In the desert both the intriguing Gila monster and the deadly rattlesnake are equipped to handle a hot and barren land. In the tropical forests we see how snakes have evolved to be lethal predators!
A comprehensive and informative guide to your German Shepherd. Featuring advice from: Karen a kennel club judge - Bryan a vet with 40 years experience and Claire an animal behaviourist. Through their sound professional advice you'll gain an in-depth insight and understanding of this wonderful breed. They'll take you step by step though all the stages of German Shepherd ownership including what to look for in a breeder choosing the right puppy from a litter puppy proofing your
How often have you looked at the night sky and resolved to learn the stars and constellations? Stargazing will show you how. How to spot the stars the constellations and your own zodiac signs. How to look with the naked eye with binoculars with telescopes. And computer animation and deep space photography reveals the awesome glory of the cosmos - galaxies nebulae supernovae pulsars quasars black holes. The Night Sky will never be the same again! Stargaze at any season from anywhere in the mid Northern Latitudes. Find you own Zodiac sign with the extra feature - FIND YOUR STARS.
Get The Whole Story about the world's most fascinating creatures in this stunning new series of DVDs. Elephants are not only the largest land mammals on Earth they are also among the most endearing: an irresistible mix of intelligence dexterity and sheer power... the elephant presents an extremely formidable face. Lions are super-charged hunting beasts admired for centuries for their strength and prowess. It's a big killing machine has claws like sharp switchblades. Yet
A comprehensive and informative guide to your Cocker. Featuring advice from: Cocker a Championship breeder - Bryan a vet with 40 years experience and Claire an animal behaviourist. Through their sound professional advice you'll gain an in-depth insight and understanding of this wonderful breed. They'll take you step by step though all the stages of Cocker ownership including what to look for in a breeder choosing the right puppy from a litter puppy proofing your home transpor
The Fossil Detectives' adventure starts in the heart of England a region surprisingly rich in significant fossil discoveries and cutting edge science. At a secret location in the countryside the Fossil Detectives have joined a special mission to track down a site of extraordinary fossil preservation lost to science for a hundred years. Once back in the lab the team from the British Geological Survey are using scanning electron microscopes to reveal incredibly fine details of these fragile fossils. In Norfolk Hermione gets the chance to see the world's most complete and largest elephant skeleton ever found. When alive the West Runton Elephant named after the dig location would have been twice the weight of the biggest African Elephant and over four metres tall. And intriguingly close examination of the bones provide tantalizing glimpses of how the animal lived its life and how and why it eventually died.
The following selection includes some of the best-known and loved of British birds. Covering identification and behaviour this DVD will give you an amazing insight into the world of birds and how they live. Fields & Farmland:Use of pesticide, intensive farming and the loss of hedgerows and field edges over the past 30 years means that three of the five birds included here, Barn Owl, Lapwing and Skylark, are regarded as having vulnerable survival status. Barn Owl Lapwing Magpie Skylark Pheasant Lakes, Rivers & Wetlands:This selection included some remarkable footage of the Kingfisher diving for prey together with a special conservation feature on the Bittern. Kingfisher Mallard Bittern (includes bonus conservation footage) Grey Heron Wigeon Mute Swan
National Geographic: Planet Carnivore Box Set: King Bear / Ice Bear
Animal Nation: Snakes -The Whole Story
Explore the beauty power and mystery of Mars using an unprecedented combination of DVD features. Six Camera angles and four audio tracks in the Planetary View section provide a unique orbital view of Mars. Explore Mars using the interactive Mars Map section. 700 detailed maps with zoom in/out and panning and the Art Gallery includes a Dolby Digital rendition of Gustav Holst's the Planets performed by Ryan Shore. Artworks from renowned Mars artists complete the Gallery.
Discover the world of Bears and experience a fascinating encounter with one of natures most inspiring and misunderstood creatures. From a past steeped in mythology to a future shrouded in un certainty this film contains stunning footage of these enterprising omnivores in the full glory of their varied natural habitats. Come closer than ever before to polar bears on the Arctic tundra black bears in Montana and grizzlies in Alaska as they struggle to raise their cubs and most importantly to survive in an increasingly human dominated world. Learn the specific challenges facing each of these species and why protecting them benefits wildlife and people everywhere. With its incredible footage and concise history of the bear in mythology and history this is sure to inspire all viewers.
SECRET ANIMALS OF THE USA AND CANADATake a sneak peek into the private lives of some of the world's most amazing animals!This programme travels to the USA to investigate black bears bison dolphins alligators and beavers. Then we travel north to Canada where we look at the secret world of the walrus killer whale snow owl Canadian lynx and the moose.
The Languna Atascosa National wildlife refuge in Texas has an incredibly diverse habitat that is home to a rich variety of resident and migratory birds. Among the many rare and colourful species to be found here are the spectacular Altamira Oriole the Goldeb-fronted Woodpecker the Great Kiskadee and the Tropical Green Jay.
Wildlife Paradise brings the fascinating world of eagles into your living room! We explore the Stellars sea eagle that is the third largest in the world with a wing span that can exceed two and a half metres. You will also have a close encounter with the beautiful and very rare Bald eagle. This eagle has enormous strength absolutely fascinating hunting methods and an incredible lifestyle. In the Sawtooth National Forest we explore the exciting behaviour and lifestyle of the raptor. Raptors have different sizes but defi nitely one thing in common - they are eager hunters from the air with eyesight sharper than any human!
Graceful and balletic dolphins are ocean dancers - and Spinner Dolphins are the prima ballerinas. Enter the mysterious world of Spinner Dolphins to discover how and why they dive leap twist and turn to perform aerial feats unique to their kind. This is a quest to understand Spinner Dolphin culture and to determine how and why these intriguing creatures catapult themselves into elaborate displays of aerial acrobatics. Each morning up to 800 Spinners arrive in the Bay of Dolphins off the Brazilian island of Fernando de Noronha where they seek shelter until nightfall. It's here that Spinner Dolphin researchers dive beneath the calm waters to capture their behaviour firsthand and attempt to solve the mystery of why they perform their spectacular aerial stunts. Could it be a way of communicating to the rest of the pod or perhaps a method of concentrating the group when on the move? Perhaps the message is hidden in the splash? With the use of cutting-edge computer graphics the anatomical make-up of the dolphin is deconstructed and the secrets of their amazing aquatic and aerial exploits are revealed for the first time ever.
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