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Natural World

Season 1 Episode 6: Birds of Paradox

Mother hippos in Africa go to great lengths to safeguard their vulnerable newborn calves from predators, both on land and in water, showcasing their fierce maternal instincts.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Save the Panda

1. Save the Panda

Aired: Oct 30, 1983

The next episode delves into the awe-inspiring great land migration in Africa...

Episode 3 Programmed for Flight

3. Programmed for Flight

Aired: Nov 13, 1983

In the heart of the Serengeti, a mother crocodile fiercely protects her young...

Episode 4 Jungle

4. Jungle

Aired: Nov 20, 1983

In the heart of the Serengeti, a fierce struggle for survival unfolds as pred...

Episode 5 Secret Weapons

5. Secret Weapons

Aired: Nov 27, 1983

In the heart of the Serengeti Plains, two mother cheetahs, masters of speed, ...

Episode 6 Birds of Paradox

6. Birds of Paradox

Aired: Dec 4, 1983

Mother hippos in Africa go to great lengths to safeguard their vulnerable new...

Episode 7 Jet Set Wildlife

7. Jet Set Wildlife

Aired: Dec 11, 1983

A tender bond forms between a vulnerable newborn wildebeest and a fearsome li...

Episode 8 Pelican Delta

8. Pelican Delta

Aired: Dec 18, 1983

Exploring the diverse wildlife of the Danube delta, a haven for the majestic ...

Episode 9 Winter Days

9. Winter Days

Aired: Dec 25, 1983

The Serengeti's seasons shift as the dry season gives way to the wet, and the...

Episode 10 God's Acre

10. God's Acre

Aired: Jan 2, 1984

The wildebeest's arduous journey is repeatedly hindered by treacherous river ...

Info about Natural World

Seasons: 39

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Production Countries: United Kingdom, France

Genres:Documentary