Sky Nature HD

A look into the wildlife on the Canary Islands and the astonishing ecosystems where new opportunities arose for species when rocks engulfed by flames emerged from the ocean.

In the first of a two-part documentary, the naturalist explores the origins of life on Earth. Beginning the journey near his childhood home in Charnwood Forest, Leicestershire, he learns how a fossil discovery transformed scientists' understanding of the evolution of complex organisms, and in Newfoundland and Australia he reveals the earliest kinds of animal to exist on the planet. With the help o

In the conclusion of the two-part documentary, the naturalist travels to Burgess Shale in Canada's Rocky Mountains, where he explores how evolution gained pace once creatures developed mouths and mobility. In Scotland, he reveals that one of the smallest fossils found holds the secret to how animals began surviving on dry land, and explains the bloom of life during the oxygen-rich Carboniferous pe

David Attenborough employs the latest technologies to explore the violence, rivalries and deadly weaponry existing within the world of bugs. This first episode examines the survival tactics of its terrifying residents including killer ants, trap-setting spiders and beetles with the ability to shoot boiling chemicals at their enemies.

The ongoing battle between predators and prey, beginning with a look at how predators have evolved formidable means of surviving, with strategies ranging from fearsome size and speed to sophisticated teamwork.

The keen eyesight, razor-sharp talons and other adaptations that help raptors like the peregrine falcon and bald eagle hunt.

Biologist and conservationist Lizzie Daly uses the latest technology to follow a group of jaguars in the Pantanal region of South America to gain insight into their daily lives. Lizzie and the Oncafari team hunt for a missing dominant jaguar and monitor the battle for power between young hopefuls.

Documentary about dogs that help humans in surprising ways, including a Great Dane that has helped a 13-year-old girl with a muscle-wasting condition to walk, swim and even ride a bike. Plus, the stories of a Border collie mix who finds survivors during earthquakes, a labrador-German Shepherd mix who helps stop ivory poaching, and a team of water rescue dogs in Italy.

Looking at how a Sprocker spaniel's sense of smell and the protective instincts of an Anatolian shepherd dog are playing a vital role in the conservation of endangered species. Plus, a couple of canine colleagues who protect aircraft from potentially dangerous bird strikes during take-off and landing. Using their natural speed, stamina and desire to chase, the pair works at King Shaka Airport in D

The ongoing battle between predators and prey, beginning with a look at how predators have evolved formidable means of surviving, with strategies ranging from fearsome size and speed to sophisticated teamwork.

The keen eyesight, razor-sharp talons and other adaptations that help raptors like the peregrine falcon and bald eagle hunt.

Biologist and conservationist Lizzie Daly uses the latest technology to follow a group of jaguars in the Pantanal region of South America to gain insight into their daily lives. Lizzie and the Oncafari team hunt for a missing dominant jaguar and monitor the battle for power between young hopefuls.

A look at Earth's most captivating bodies of water. Exploring the darkest depths of the sea to uncover the ocean's most mysterious inhabitants, and journeying across vast stretches of open water with humpback whales.

The wildlife of New Zealand's South Island, a brutal place hemmed in by giant mountains, wild winds and the rough Pacific Ocean. Rare penguins are locked in a daily game of cat and mouse with giant sea lions, which must also battle the elements to survive.

Winter's impact on the deep fjords and tidal lagoons of southwestern New Zealand. As bottlenose dolphins escape the freezing fjords, longfin eels are called back to sea.

The southeastern coast of New Zealand is where young marine animals become adults. Here, young whales, dolphins and seals strike out on their own adventures for the first time.

The magical story of Zambia's Luangwa Valley, where some of Africa's most extraordinary animals live side by side. A young baboon faces exclusion from his troop because of his white hair. With predators lurking, his mother must find him support.

The plains and woodlands of the Luangwa Valley are wild and merciless places for the unprepared. To avoid the danger, animals come together for survival.

The dry season welcomes thousands of animals to the Acacia Loop as they search for food. There, each species battles to find its place in the pecking order.

With temperatures rising and water becoming scarce, the elephants begin a long and risky journey to their next home.

From frozen Arctic tundra to tropical seas, this edition explores how the Moon's rhythms ignite nature's most intimate, dazzling and life-giving love stories.

Documentary about dogs that help humans in surprising ways, including a Great Dane that has helped a 13-year-old girl with a muscle-wasting condition to walk, swim and even ride a bike. Plus, the stories of a Border collie mix who finds survivors during earthquakes, a labrador-German Shepherd mix who helps stop ivory poaching, and a team of water rescue dogs in Italy.

The push to increase the population numbers of Ontario's eight turtle species, seven of which are listed as endangered. But turtles are slow and not entirely smart.

A dam is an engineering feat that controls massive amounts of water. But as this episode shows, it can also wreak havoc on the animals that call those waters home.

The amazing world of the flying squirrel, typically found along the shores of Lake Erie, but now moving their territory towards Lake Ontario.

How the elk got a second chance. It went extinct in Ontario, but is now recovering after being re-introduced.

The wildlife of New Zealand's South Island, a brutal place hemmed in by giant mountains, wild winds and the rough Pacific Ocean. Rare penguins are locked in a daily game of cat and mouse with giant sea lions, which must also battle the elements to survive.

Winter's impact on the deep fjords and tidal lagoons of southwestern New Zealand. As bottlenose dolphins escape the freezing fjords, longfin eels are called back to sea.

The southeastern coast of New Zealand is where young marine animals become adults. Here, young whales, dolphins and seals strike out on their own adventures for the first time.

Diabetic golden-cheeked gibbon Alex needs dental treatment, but the operation is complicated by her condition, and chimpanzee Eddi sends a wild intruder packing.

Newly arrived lemur Ben meets boss lady Fennel and conducts himself accordingly while baby orangutans Kiwi and Sibu explore a tunnel full of browse.

A young boy's trip to the toilet is interrupted by a snake hiding under the toilet rolls and Stuart faces off against an old foe.

Surf life savers call the team for help after finding a red bellied black snake in their board room. Stuart and Oliva attempt to remove three pythons from a building site.

A look at Earth's most captivating bodies of water. Exploring the darkest depths of the sea to uncover the ocean's most mysterious inhabitants, and journeying across vast stretches of open water with humpback whales.

From frozen Arctic tundra to tropical seas, this edition explores how the Moon's rhythms ignite nature's most intimate, dazzling and life-giving love stories.

A profile of broadcaster and naturalist David Attenborough, whose career has included being the first controller of BBC Two and making numerous groundbreaking wildlife programmes.

Observing the natural and human forces that have shaped this area, discovering a million-year-old fossil reef, a gargantuan fish and a ray that packs quite a punch.

Diabetic golden-cheeked gibbon Alex needs dental treatment, but the operation is complicated by her condition, and chimpanzee Eddi sends a wild intruder packing.

Newly arrived lemur Ben meets boss lady Fennel and conducts himself accordingly while baby orangutans Kiwi and Sibu explore a tunnel full of browse.