South America's Curious...

Thursday 10.00am

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South America's Curious...

WHEN TO WATCH

  1. Thursday 12 December 10.00am

    Curious Characters (Extra)

Synopsis

The birthplace of the mighty Amazon and the spectacular Andes presents the weirdest and most diverse animal life. Many thousands of species live here, each more bizarre than the next. To survive in South America, nature produces exotic fauna, including both giant and pygmy versions of species that overcome challenging environments. This cast of weird characters battle every day to survive in an unforgiving land.

Episodes

  • Wild Mutants

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    South America: the world's fourth largest continent is also one of the most diverse. To survive in the challenging landscape, nature has turned its back on convention. Freaks have inherited this land.

  • Land Of Giants & Pygmies

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    Land of Giants and Pygmies: Discover how animals in the wilds of South America have adapted, growing large or small to maximise their chances of survival in a world of extremes. (S1, ep 2)

  • Predator Battleground

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    Predator Battleground: Survival in South America is never assured. From killer dolphins to the largest cat in the Americas, this vast continent is a lethal battleground. (S1, ep 3)