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A journey like no other, full of risk and reward. David Attenborough tells stories of dedication, ingenuity and sacrifice as animals embark on an epic challenge – being a parent.
BBC One
5
57 min
A journey like no other – full of moments of joy and danger. For animal parents in the wild, the stakes could not be higher, with success ensuring the future of life on our planet.
Aug 3, 2025
Parenting in the ocean is rare, and demands dedication and intelligence. From navigating the reef, to teaching their young to hunt giants, these parents have the most remarkable strategies on Earth.
Aug 10, 2025
Parents must constantly balance risk and reward when raising young in open grasslands. Whilst abundant grass promises plentiful food and places to call home, this alone cannot guarantee success.
Aug 17, 2025
Water is essential to all life on Earth but too much or too little can be disastrous. Parents must master timing, to overcome freshwater’s constant change and successfully raise the next generation.
Aug 24, 2025
Raising young in the complex world of jungles requires ingenuity. Parents must become masters of their environment and learn to exploit every opportunity through determination and teamwork.
Aug 31, 2025
Self - Narrator (voice)
