The pufferfish is poisonous and if eaten by a human, the venom can affect one's diaphragm and can cause death by suffocation. And, in just 5 seconds, the hummingbird can flap its wings 350 times. Plus, the importance of the Elephant in the Serengeti.
Audio Languages: English
Subtitles: English
Directed by:Steve Rotfeld
Season 1
S01:E01 - The Animals of South America
Today we are hopping down to South America to check out some of the coolest creatures on Earth. Animals featured include the parrot, the sea lion, the tapir, the iguana, and more!
S01:E02 - Creatures of North America
Did you know a beavers teeth never stop growing and that it can use them to build dams big enough to see from outer space? A flock of Canada geese can migrate 1500 miles in a single day. Plus, the Bison can move 40 mph!
S01:E03 - Europe's Coolest Creatures
A Mongoose has a built in defense system against certain types of snake venom. The Octopus is the smartest invertebrate in the sea, with brain cells in its tentacles. Plus, how did Flamingos get such bright and colorful feathers?
S01:E04 - Asia's Coolest Creatures
Find out the difference between the Asian Elephant vs African Elephant. Also, why do ancient dogs that come from china look like lions? Plus the potbelly pig is three times smaller than a normal pig – find out why!
S01:E05 - Animals of the Land and Sea
An Elephant seals nose inflates to amplify its roar, which can be heard up to a mile away! Plus, African wild dog have one of the most powerful bite forces on Earth! Giant ant eaters w/o teeth have 2 foot long tongues and can eat 30k insects per day!
S01:E06 - Extreme Animals
Alligators mouth is filled with 80 teeth and can chomp down with 2000 pounds of force. Plus mountain goats unique hoofs help navigate worlds roughest terrain. And dogs can be 100 thousand times more sensitive to odors than humans which can save lives!
S01:E07 - How Animals Survive
There are 37 species of fox. Why does the fennec look like Yoda? Harbor seals are found washed up on shore - the reason for their injuries will astound you. Plus, the age old question – do sharks really need to swim continuously in order to stay alive?
S01:E08 - The Siberian Tiger
The Siberian Tiger is the biggest cat in the World. It takes down large prey with its 5 inch long canine teeth. And the American badgers sharp front claws make it one of the best burrowers. Plus toads undergo one of the most amazing transformations!
S01:E09 - Animals That Amaze
Vultures can devour a carcass within minutes thanks to super strong stomach acid and immunity to deadly bacteria. Plus the cicada makes the loudest sound in the insect world – up to 100 decibels. Also learn of chipmunks freakishly flexible cheek pouches!
S01:E10 - Surprisingly Dangerous
The Raven is no bird brain. Its considered one of the smartest animals on the planet! The fox turtle can completely disappear inside its shell when threatened. The lion fish has become one of the most invasive and destructive species in the Atlantic Ocean!
S01:E11 - Poisonous Pufferfish
The pufferfish is poisonous and if eaten by a human, the venom can affect one's diaphragm and can cause death by suffocation. And, in just 5 seconds, the hummingbird can flap its wings 350 times. Plus, the importance of the Elephant in the Serengeti.
S01:E12 - Animals With Super Senses
Prairie dogs have their own language and one of the most complex communications in the animal kingdom. Plus an owls hearing can pick up a heartbeat over 100 feet away. And leaf cutter ants slice through foliage with jaws that vibrate 1000 times/second!
S01:E13 - Keystone Species
The Siamang is no ordinary ape, its arms are longer than its legs and can swing 30 feet in a single bound! And the male wood duck is one of the most colorful creatures on Earth. Wonder why? The Tamandua uses a secret weapon to slurp up 10000 insects/day!
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