We examine how animals have evolved over the course of time and analyze how we can benefit from their evolution.
Where to Watch The Animal Within • Season 2
6 Episodes
The Master Hunters
E1
The Master HuntersMaster hunters activate unique arsenals to secure their status as apex predators: the bald eagle's deadly grip, the praying mantis' lethal dive bomb, the crushing jaws of the hyena, and the grizzly bear's incredible nose for prey.
The Communicators
E2
The CommunicatorsNature's communicators speak without words. From dolphin clicks to honeybee pheromones, prairie dog yips to leafcutter ant vibrations and raven calls, each communicator has innovated precise methods to transmit messages.
The Endurance Champions
E3
The Endurance ChampionsEmperor penguins use their physical makeup to perform daring deep dives, while the Monarch butterfly migrates thousands of miles. Pronghorn antelopes are engineered to run and the albatross remains aloft for months at a time.
The Stealth Experts
E4
The Stealth ExpertsIn the evolutionary arms race, stealth separates predator from prey. Chameleons vanish amongst the leaves, while stick insects blend; Arctic foxes disappear into the snowy expanse, while Long-eared owls have mastered silent flight.
The Survivors
E5
The SurvivorsNature's survivors thrive against the odds. Polar bears eke out an existence on the ice, yaks combat dizzying altitudes with incredible design, jerboas battle the extreme heat, and the Japanese macaque switches into winter mode.
The Warriors
E6
The WarriorsThe alligator snapping turtle wields a gruesome bite, the cassowary is the world's deadliest bird; the porcupine is sheathed in a prickly deterrent, the pangolin armors up with scales, and the poison dart frog concocts a deadly warning.
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