Series from 2012
How can a cheetah run 60 miles per hour? Why does a blue whale consume 1.5 billion calories (7,000 pounds of food) per day? These are the types of que…
In this episode, we’ll examine some of the animal kingdom’s fastest sprinters, like the Cheetah. Also, the mysteries of animal intelligence are revealed as we take a look at Dolphins and Orangutans.
In this episode, we examine some of the world’s most fearsome predators. Find out why Owls are the only birds that can fly without making any sound. And how the Leopard uses its amazing night vision to catch its prey.
In this episode, we’ll feature animals that live in the freezing arctic. Learn how the Polar Bear has developed special adaptations that help it survive in the most unforgiving climate imaginable.
In this episode, we examine the science behind man’s best friend – the dog. Find out what makes a greyhound so fast. See how a bloodhound’s nose really works, and the reason that border collies are so intelligent is revealed.
Chimps are so smart, they can even be taught to brush their teeth. Howler monkeys have supersized vocal cords - projecting their voice over 20 miles. Ring tailed lemurs bask in the sun to conserve energy.
Sharks are the ultimate underwater predator, but why? A skunks odor can be dilluted to10 parts per billion and still makes your eyes water. How slow is the 3 toed sloth? From the depth of the oceans to the tops of the trees, this week on Animal Science.