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The Wonder of AnimalsSeries 1Episodes

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  1. Birds of Prey

    12/12How a bird of prey's anatomical and physiological adaptations help it dominate the skies.

  2. Snakes

    11/12Delving beneath a snake's skin to discover what makes it such a successful predator.(R)

  3. Bats

    10/12How tiny hairs on their wings give bats a detailed airflow map during flight.

  4. Dolphins

    9/12How dolphins hunt using a combination of specialised anatomy and complex communication.

  5. Crocodiles

    8/12How the crocodile's circulatory system enables it to hold its breath underwater.

  6. Great Apes

    7/12How the great ape's brain has been adapted by its anatomy, ingenuity and sociability.

  7. Elephants

    6/12Chris Packham explores the anatomy and physiology of the world's largest land animal.

  8. Foxes

    5/12How the fox's senses, intelligence and flexibility help it compete in the modern world.

  9. Ants

    4/12Chris Packham explores how ants have collaborated to achieve their global success.

  10. Big Cats

    3/12Chris Packham explores what makes big cats such good hunters.

  11. Bears

    2/12Chris Packham explores the specialised adaptations that have enabled bears to thrive.

  12. Penguins

    1/12How the penguin's legs, wings and body shape have helped it conquer a range of habitats.