This is the only planet in the universe that we know of where life exists at all. And it does in abundance! The animal kingdom is filled with unimagina-ble beasts, beyond anything we could dream up. It is a rich, vibrant world, awash with colour and brimming with life. Yet, despite the wonder that our planet inspires, species are going extinct more quickly than ever before, as one by one they vanish. We are discovering new species all the time, but...

A fictional retelling, from the point of view of Annie Bronn Johnston, of how this Nevada woman fought to protect the American wild horse, the mustang, from extinction because of professional killers who chased the horses for use in dog food.

Learn about the jaguar and why it is an endangered species.

Discusses the how human actions are having a detrimental effect on ocean animals, including sharks, turtles, and coral. "From whales to chimps, from cats and dogs to sharks and coral, the animals of the world are under threat. Human influence on their habitats and on world climate, along with direct attacks by poachers, are creating crisis after crisis. This series looks at some of the most pressing problems in animal conservation and describes some...

Follows two scientists, one American and the other Chinese, as they trek through a Chinese nature preserve in search of giant pandas.

The Kratt brothers travel the world and go on exciting adventures where they encounter different animals.

Creature teachers Chris and Martin Kratt will take families along on extraordinary animal-powered adventures. The show transforms the Kratt Brothers into animated versions of themselves, allowing the real-life zoologists to visit wild animals in their little-seen habitats and showcase key science concepts.

"Lee provides remarkable insight into a world and culture unknown to most people, revealing the true diversity and dangers of the game warden profession."--Jacket.