Wildlife Icons
Wildlife Icons
We shine the light on the animals for which Africa is known. The iconic ‘Big Five’ of the savannah, charismatic primates, herds of antelope and the predators that stalk them. Every animal has a fascinating story to tell and each is full of surprises.
Africa's Big Cats
Africa’s Big Cats is a close look into the lives of three families of Africa’s most effective and iconic feline predators living in the famous Kruger Park: a lioness, a leopard and two cheetahs.
The Big 5
From their time as dangerous adversaries to colonialist hunters to the ever-present and considerable challenges of daily life… For lion, African elephant, leopard, buffalo and rhino, life isn’t easy when you’re big in the wild.
Dung Beetles: Nature's Recycler
This story uncovers the fascinating world of dung beetles and their tireless efforts as some of nature’s hardest workers. The show deals with the many different life strategies dung beetles have evolved for taking advantage of dung as a niche resource.
Meet The Meerkats
This documentary is set in the mighty Kalahari Desert of South Africa. Follow a family of gregarious meerkats for a day, led by a dominant female. The family must find food, tutor their young pups and avoid predators in a demanding environment.
Savannah Life
This wildlife documentary looks at a typical South African savannah and the complex web of life that exists in its habitat. Following the food chain, we paint a picture of a dynamic natural ecosystem.
Springbok & Impala: Life in the Herd
While most consider big cats or huge tuskers as the true wild icons of Africa, few appreciate the smaller creatures that dominate the land - the antelope. They too have rich stories filled with the daily struggle to survive.
The Hamadryas of Awash
Set in Awash National Park, here we follow the life of a clan of Hamadryas Baboons. It’s a closely-knit group where aggression plays a vital role in ensuring strong family bonds and structure.
Life in the Leftovers
Two of Africa’s most powerful carnivores impact each other in the savannah.