Life of Birds Series (10)
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Subjects:
Animals, Biology, Environment, Nature, Science |
Grade Level: JrH-Adult
Producer: BBC
Closed Captioned: No |
Running Time: 10 x 50 mins
Country of Origin: Great Britain
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Copyright Date: 1998
Available in French: No
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The definitive series on the most colorful, popular and perfectly adapted creatures on earth. Covering 42 countries and examining over 300 species and hosted by David Attenborough, this is an extraordinary look at birds' amazing strategies for finding food, mating and raising their young. Colorful, mysterious, noble and intriguing, birds have fascinated us since the dawn of history. David Attenborough, one of the world's foremost naturalists, hosts an extraordinary exploration into the secret lives of these magnificent creatures. Over three years in the making, with stunning slow-motion and computer enhanced special effects, this landmark 10-part series will fascinate every nature lover. A look at the evolution and behavior of birds from around the world. Birds live in every type of habitat, and there are enormous variations within the bird group of animals - 9,672 species. Ep. 1 "To Fly or Not to Fly" looks at flightless birds. Ep.2 "The Mastery of Flight" looks at the evolution of flight. Ep.3 "The Insatiable Appetite" looks at how birds get their food. Ep.4 "Meat-eaters". Ep.5 "Fishing for a Living". Ep.6 "Signals and Songs". Ep.7 "Finding Partners". Ep.8 "The Demands of the Egg". Ep.9 "The Problems of Parenthood". Ep. 10 "The Limits of Endurance".ff |
Awards: Winner of a 1998 RTS programme Award; BAFTA Winner for Best Sound
