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Season 1

  • S01E01 African Apex Predators

    • December 17, 2015
    • Smithsonian Channel

    Lions, hyenas, cheetahs, and the highly intelligent African painted dog all have different, but brutally efficient, hunting instincts. Meet these intimidating rulers of the African plains and learn the secrets of their secure reign at the top of the natural food chain.

  • S01E02 Sky Hunters

    • December 24, 2015
    • Smithsonian Channel

    Aerial predators like owls, falcons, and eagles have keen senses that allow them to see and hear things that would normally go unnoticed by other species. Fly alongside these magnificent raptors at the Canadian Raptor Conservancy in Ontario as they showcase the full range of their hunting abilities.

  • S01E03 Insect Eaters

    • December 31, 2015
    • Smithsonian Channel

    Some of the most skilled, efficient predators on the planet target an often-overlooked food source: insects. Get a closer look at the sophisticated hunting techniques of dragonflies, scorpions, Venus flytraps, and other cunning bug eaters.

  • S01E04 Cold-Blooded Killers

    • January 7, 2016
    • Smithsonian Channel

    From the stealthy tarantula to the prehistoric Komodo dragon to the deceptive mosquito--one of the more prolific modern predators--killers come in all shapes and sizes. Join us as we examine the deadly adaptations of these cold-blooded culprits.

  • S01E05 Masters of Defense

    • January 14, 2016
    • Smithsonian Channel

    Staying alive is the first priority for all creatures--and with clever adaptations like poison and mimicry, some species defy the odds to outwit predators. From the hoverfly to the scarlet kingsnake, join us on a fascinating rundown of some uniquely successful survivors.

  • S01E06 Underwater Warriors

    • January 21, 2016
    • Smithsonian Channel

    From powerful sharks to mysterious fish shoals, the underwater dynamic between predator and prey is a never-ending one. Join these amazing creatures as they employ both offensive and defensive evolutionary adaptations, such as sharp senses and swarm intelligence, in their bid for survival.