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Nat Geo Wild

National Geographic Wild is a place for all things animals and for animal-lovers alike. Take a journey through the animal kingdom with us and discover things you never knew before, or rediscover your favorite animals!

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Programm-Guide - Donnerstag, 02.05.2024Jetzt

00:41
Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet: Appreciation 2024 Compilation Season - You're Great, Neigh, the G.O.A.T
This special hour-long compilation highlights just how incredible Dr. Michelle Oakley is, as we celebrate one of the toughest vets in Alaska for Vet Appreciation Week!
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01:30
World's Deadliest Snakes
Journey across Africa exploring the continent's most iconic and deadliest predators. These African stories are a show of raw power, strength and endurance. An awe-inspiring display of the fierce, everyday battles fought in the wild.
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02:18
Giant Sea Serpent: Meet The Myth
Scientific buoys immersed in the abyss off the coast of the French Riviera enable us to make for the very first time a detailed scientific study of the largest bony fish in the world, the Giant Oarfish, the creature behind the myth of the Sea Serpent.
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03:06
Indo-Pacific
The Indo-pacific is home to some of the world's fastest striking vipers, enormous pythons and the king of cobras. Find out which is most dangerous!
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03:54
Africa
Africa is home to some of the most dangerous snakes on earth. Mambas, cobras, vipers and the more - but which snake is deadliest?
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04:40
The Leopard Who Changed Her Spots
Zambia's extraordinary Luangwa Valley is the perfect hunting ground for some of Africa's most iconic predators. Prides of lions, packs of wild dogs, clans of hyenas and solitary leopards vie for the upper hand in a land where the dry season brings prey to their doorsteps.
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05:26
Giant Sea Serpent: Meet The Myth
Scientific buoys immersed in the abyss off the coast of the French Riviera enable us to make for the very first time a detailed scientific study of the largest bony fish in the world, the Giant Oarfish, the creature behind the myth of the Sea Serpent.
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06:13
Indo-Pacific
The Indo-pacific is home to some of the world's fastest striking vipers, enormous pythons and the king of cobras. Find out which is most dangerous!
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07:00
New Sheriff In Town
As top dog in the Flatlands, Furgie is taking his job a little too seriously, challenging a pesky thief even if it upsets his pregnant wife, June.
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07:25
Family Affair
In the Flatlands, Furgie feels obligated to help the pregnant widow that was left behind after his brawl with Brutus.
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07:50
World's Deadliest: Super Snakes
The Animal Kingdom is full of deadly snakes with killer instincts, bites and skills. From Asia to Africa and beyond, amazing life-and-death struggles unfold between these creatures and their prey – and these terrifying serpents demonstrate what it takes to be a top predator.
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08:37
Cheetah
A forensic look at how cheetahs hunt their prey, offering new perspectives on the tactics employed by these expert predators when stalking, chasing and bringing down antelope and wildebeest. Following a young cheetah mother over 18-months as she teaches her three cubs the secrets of the hunt.
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09:26
Phillipines
The 7,000 islands of the Philippines are home to over 25,000 species that are found nowhere else on earth. With almost 180 snakes to choose from in the hunt for his top ten, Nigel plunges into jungle-covered mountains, through lush paddy fields and into pristine underground rivers. He's seeking a sea serpent with a deadly bite and the world's most venomous cobra. Along the way he meets the world's largest eagle, a gecko with grip and a band of brothers who are saving the lives of local farmers.
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10:16
World's Deadliest: Super Snakes
The Animal Kingdom is full of deadly snakes with killer instincts, bites and skills. From Asia to Africa and beyond, amazing life-and-death struggles unfold between these creatures and their prey – and these terrifying serpents demonstrate what it takes to be a top predator.
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11:05
Cheetah
A forensic look at how cheetahs hunt their prey, offering new perspectives on the tactics employed by these expert predators when stalking, chasing and bringing down antelope and wildebeest. Following a young cheetah mother over 18-months as she teaches her three cubs the secrets of the hunt.
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11:53
Crocodile
A forensic look at how Nile crocodiles hunt, offering new perspectives on the patient and precise tactics they use when ambushing migratory herds of wildebeest and zebra that pass through their territories. A male crocodile must target large prey in a bid to survive the harshest time of the year.
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12:42
Clash of Kings
The story of Titus, greatest of all silverback kings, known to science, as he battles to retain his crown. At 35 years-old, Titus may be reaching the end of his reign. His own son, Rano, will do anything unseat his father. What would happen if he were deposed?
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13:26
Phillipines
The 7,000 islands of the Philippines are home to over 25,000 species that are found nowhere else on earth. With almost 180 snakes to choose from in the hunt for his top ten, Nigel plunges into jungle-covered mountains, through lush paddy fields and into pristine underground rivers. He's seeking a sea serpent with a deadly bite and the world's most venomous cobra. Along the way he meets the world's largest eagle, a gecko with grip and a band of brothers who are saving the lives of local farmers.
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14:17
Brazil
From the wetlands of Rio Grande to the mighty Amazon rainforest, Brazil is a hotspot for deadly snakes and Nigel is seeking them out as he counts down his top ten. Found only on the tiny 'Snake Island', there's only a few hundred Golden Lanceheads in the world. But can they beat the snake responsible for many human bites, the jararaca, to the top spot? With over 25,000 reported bites across the country each year, Nigel delves into the fascinating science behind the anti-venom treatments that save thousands of lives.
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15:04
Mexico
Mexico is home to an incredible 400 snake species, nearly a fifth of which are venomous. Nigel searches high and low for his top ten, from ancient oak and pine forests to the towering cacti of the baking hot Mexican desert. Rattlesnakes dominate the landscape, but the widely feared terciopelo and the beautiful Taylor's Cantil are also in the running for number one spot. It's not just snakes that bite here - Nigel has a painful encounter with a lizard with jaws like a vice.
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15:51
Arabia
To survive in the scorching deserts of Oman and the United Arab Emirates is no mean feat. The snakes that live here are highly-adapted and Nigel puts his skills to the test to find his top ten. Will the saw-scaled viper's powerful venom and lightning fast reflexes be a match for the backwards strike of the puff adder? On his journey Nigel encounters the ancient 'ships of the desert' and a seriously cute hedgehog.
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16:38
World's Deadliest: Super Snakes
The Animal Kingdom is full of deadly snakes with killer instincts, bites and skills. From Asia to Africa and beyond, amazing life-and-death struggles unfold between these creatures and their prey – and these terrifying serpents demonstrate what it takes to be a top predator.
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17:24
Hook, Line and Lemur
Summer's on its way out the door, but that doesn't stop the clients of Pol Vet from rushing in! A busy week at the clinic has everyone from the clinic staffers to their furry friends seeking some R&R. Dr. Pol takes the weekend to trade in his stethoscope for a fishing pole as he and Diane take a mini-vacation out on the open water!
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18:11
Double Trouble
After working hard throughout her pregnancy, it's just about time for Dr. Emily's maternity leave - but not before Dr. Pol and crew treat a slew of young animals, including a stray kitten, a clumsy baby alpaca, and a pair of screaming goat kids.
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19:00
Snake City: Baby Snakes Compilation
A snake City Compilation with the best of all the baby snakes.
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19:48
Hiss of Death
Face to face with some of the world's deadliest snakes is all in a day's work for snake catcher Simon Keys and herpetologist girlfriend, Siouxsie Gillett. It is silly season in snake city. A cobra sprays its venom on target, an elusive mamba lies hidden within strike range and a rat nest causes a stir.
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20:37
World's Deadliest: Super Snakes
The Animal Kingdom is full of deadly snakes with killer instincts, bites and skills. From Asia to Africa and beyond, amazing life-and-death struggles unfold between these creatures and their prey – and these terrifying serpents demonstrate what it takes to be a top predator.
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21:26
Snake City: Baby Snakes Compilation
A snake City Compilation with the best of all the baby snakes.
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22:15
Hook, Line and Lemur
Summer's on its way out the door, but that doesn't stop the clients of Pol Vet from rushing in! A busy week at the clinic has everyone from the clinic staffers to their furry friends seeking some R&R. Dr. Pol takes the weekend to trade in his stethoscope for a fishing pole as he and Diane take a mini-vacation out on the open water!
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23:03
Double Trouble
After working hard throughout her pregnancy, it's just about time for Dr. Emily's maternity leave - but not before Dr. Pol and crew treat a slew of young animals, including a stray kitten, a clumsy baby alpaca, and a pair of screaming goat kids.
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23:52
Brazil
From the wetlands of Rio Grande to the mighty Amazon rainforest, Brazil is a hotspot for deadly snakes and Nigel is seeking them out as he counts down his top ten. Found only on the tiny 'Snake Island', there's only a few hundred Golden Lanceheads in the world. But can they beat the snake responsible for many human bites, the jararaca, to the top spot? With over 25,000 reported bites across the country each year, Nigel delves into the fascinating science behind the anti-venom treatments that save thousands of lives.
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Programm-Guide - Freitag, 03.05.2024

00:41
Snake City: Baby Snakes Compilation
A snake City Compilation with the best of all the baby snakes.
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01:30
Predator v Prey
The 7,000 islands of the Philippines are home to over 25,000 species that are found nowhere else on earth. With almost 180 snakes to choose from in the hunt for his top ten, Nigel plunges into jungle-covered mountains, through lush paddy fields and into pristine underground rivers. He's seeking a sea serpent with a deadly bite and the world's most venomous cobra. Along the way he meets the world's largest eagle, a gecko with grip and a band of brothers who are saving the lives of local farmers.
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02:18
Cheetah
A forensic look at how cheetahs hunt their prey, offering new perspectives on the tactics employed by these expert predators when stalking, chasing and bringing down antelope and wildebeest. Following a young cheetah mother over 18-months as she teaches her three cubs the secrets of the hunt.
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03:06
Crocodile
A forensic look at how Nile crocodiles hunt, offering new perspectives on the patient and precise tactics they use when ambushing migratory herds of wildebeest and zebra that pass through their territories. A male crocodile must target large prey in a bid to survive the harshest time of the year.
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03:54
Clash of Kings
The story of Titus, greatest of all silverback kings, known to science, as he battles to retain his crown. At 35 years-old, Titus may be reaching the end of his reign. His own son, Rano, will do anything unseat his father. What would happen if he were deposed?
en
04:40
World's Deadliest: Super Snakes
The Animal Kingdom is full of deadly snakes with killer instincts, bites and skills. From Asia to Africa and beyond, amazing life-and-death struggles unfold between these creatures and their prey – and these terrifying serpents demonstrate what it takes to be a top predator.
en
05:26
Cheetah
A forensic look at how cheetahs hunt their prey, offering new perspectives on the tactics employed by these expert predators when stalking, chasing and bringing down antelope and wildebeest. Following a young cheetah mother over 18-months as she teaches her three cubs the secrets of the hunt.
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06:13
Crocodile
A forensic look at how Nile crocodiles hunt, offering new perspectives on the patient and precise tactics they use when ambushing migratory herds of wildebeest and zebra that pass through their territories. A male crocodile must target large prey in a bid to survive the harshest time of the year.
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07:00
True Grit
Now that the pups have arrived, Dogtown is officially under new management. In the Flatlands, June tries to help her risk-averse pup find his confidence, while Ruby faces off against an invading Prairie Dog family.
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07:25
Charlotte's Brawl
With nourishing food scarce in the Highlands, Charlotte must learn to fight back against bullies to survive the harsh dry season.
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07:50
Survivors
Are you a survivor; capable of coping with crashes, cataclysms, and catastrophes? Even the hardest humans are wimps compared to the toughest creatures on the planet. Were counting down the ultimate top ten survivors in the natural world to find the animal with the most extraordinary endurance.
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08:37
Shark Superpower
Two teams of experts go to extraordinary lengths to take shark science into the wild as they investigate two of the most iconic shark superpowers – speed and bite force. In California the race is on as Andy Casagrande attempts to reveal the top speed of the world’s fastest shark. And in the Bahamas, Brocq Maxey gets much closer than most to investigate the power in a shark’s bite.
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09:26
Attack
When good animals go bad, either get out of the way - or die. We're counting down the top ten ultimate animal attackers to find who creates the most carnage. By analysing the assaults of ten angry animals; comparing the likelihood of attack, with the power of their weapons, and the number of humans harmed; we create the ultimate Danger Index. Nothing's safe when the world's wildest flip their lid on the Ultimate Animal Countdown
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10:16
Survivors
Are you a survivor; capable of coping with crashes, cataclysms, and catastrophes? Even the hardest humans are wimps compared to the toughest creatures on the planet. Were counting down the ultimate top ten survivors in the natural world to find the animal with the most extraordinary endurance.
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11:05
Shark Superpower
Two teams of experts go to extraordinary lengths to take shark science into the wild as they investigate two of the most iconic shark superpowers – speed and bite force. In California the race is on as Andy Casagrande attempts to reveal the top speed of the world’s fastest shark. And in the Bahamas, Brocq Maxey gets much closer than most to investigate the power in a shark’s bite.
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11:53
Bull Shark Bandits
Shark biologists Dr Johan Gustafson and Dr Mariel Familiar Lopez investigate rising reports of bull sharks stealing from fishermen in Weipa, northern Australia. Could this methodical and radical shift in behaviour provide new evidence of shark intelligence? To find out, the team deploys ground-breaking experiments and technology, including a new prototype diving cage.
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12:42
Sharks vs. Dolphins: Blood Battle
They've shared the ocean for millenia, but scientists have only begun to understand the relationship between SHARKS and DOLPHINS. New research allows us to peer into this incredible drama; redefining everything we thought we knew about sharks. They're stereotyped as independent loners, serial killers of the sea-but we've observed them hunting in teams, learning, and even passing on knowledge to fellow sharks.
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13:26
Attack
When good animals go bad, either get out of the way - or die. We're counting down the top ten ultimate animal attackers to find who creates the most carnage. By analysing the assaults of ten angry animals; comparing the likelihood of attack, with the power of their weapons, and the number of humans harmed; we create the ultimate Danger Index. Nothing's safe when the world's wildest flip their lid on the Ultimate Animal Countdown
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14:17
Daredevils
Human daredevils are addicted to adrenaline: the greater the risk - the bigger the rush. But some animals put their lives on the line every day; not for fun - but survival. We're counting down the ultimate top ten animal adrenaline junkies to find who takes the biggest risks, leaving bodies bent, broken, or dead. From free-wheeling salamanders to BASE jumping barnacle geese; buckle up - it's going to be a wild ride on the Ultimate Animal Countdown.
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15:04
Defenders
Some animals die hard, using body armor and bodyguards; barricades and bombs. It's an evolutionary arms race between the eaters and the eaten. We're counting down the ultimate top ten defenders in the natural world to find the animal with the most sophisticated security systems. Discover you're not paranoid if the world really is out to eat you, on the Ultimate Animal Countdown.
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15:51
Sex
Wild sex is daring…dangerous…deadly. It's about much more than making babies. Sex can mean a peaceful society, social currency, a greeting, or a free lunch. We're getting between the sheets with the ultimate top ten sexual athletes of the natural world-from lonely virgins to outright predators. It's getting steamy on the Ultimate Animal Countdown.
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16:38
Survivors
Are you a survivor; capable of coping with crashes, cataclysms, and catastrophes? Even the hardest humans are wimps compared to the toughest creatures on the planet. Were counting down the ultimate top ten survivors in the natural world to find the animal with the most extraordinary endurance.
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17:24
Grub-A-Dub-Dub
This week on the Incredible Dr. Pol, there is trauma, drama, and a piglet in peril that needs the entire Pol Pack to join forces to save his life. The clinic staff sees a little of everything, from bloated calves to cats with grubs and even an injured emu. Dr. Emily has a very special case that she refuses to give up on.
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18:11
Freezin' Pol'd
To surprise Diane for her birthday, Dr. Pol decides to clean up a rusty old sleigh he and the Mrs. purchased years ago. Will Doc, Charles and a few of their Amish friends be able to re-break the Pol's two Friesian horses and restore the old sleigh in time, or will Diane's dreams of a one-horse-open-sleigh, be dashed?
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19:00
Shark Beach With Chris Hemsworth
Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth has a unique relationship with our oceans’ apex predator. A lifelong fascination born from years of living alongside them. First as a child, now as a prolific surfer at Byron Bay, near his home in New South Wales – one of the shark capitals of the world.
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19:48
Clash of Tigers
Krishna, a 6 year old tigress gave birth to her second litter of four healthy cubs. A tiger mother is secretive and protective of her cubs as she is their sole caretaker.
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20:37
Survivors
Are you a survivor; capable of coping with crashes, cataclysms, and catastrophes? Even the hardest humans are wimps compared to the toughest creatures on the planet. Were counting down the ultimate top ten survivors in the natural world to find the animal with the most extraordinary endurance.
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21:26
Shark Beach With Chris Hemsworth
Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth has a unique relationship with our oceans’ apex predator. A lifelong fascination born from years of living alongside them. First as a child, now as a prolific surfer at Byron Bay, near his home in New South Wales – one of the shark capitals of the world.
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22:15
Grub-A-Dub-Dub
This week on the Incredible Dr. Pol, there is trauma, drama, and a piglet in peril that needs the entire Pol Pack to join forces to save his life. The clinic staff sees a little of everything, from bloated calves to cats with grubs and even an injured emu. Dr. Emily has a very special case that she refuses to give up on.
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23:03
Freezin' Pol'd
To surprise Diane for her birthday, Dr. Pol decides to clean up a rusty old sleigh he and the Mrs. purchased years ago. Will Doc, Charles and a few of their Amish friends be able to re-break the Pol's two Friesian horses and restore the old sleigh in time, or will Diane's dreams of a one-horse-open-sleigh, be dashed?
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23:52
Daredevils
Human daredevils are addicted to adrenaline: the greater the risk - the bigger the rush. But some animals put their lives on the line every day; not for fun - but survival. We're counting down the ultimate top ten animal adrenaline junkies to find who takes the biggest risks, leaving bodies bent, broken, or dead. From free-wheeling salamanders to BASE jumping barnacle geese; buckle up - it's going to be a wild ride on the Ultimate Animal Countdown.
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