After losing his mother and sister at one year old, he taught himself to hunt, but now has to deal with his other thieving relatives. He's survived this long in spite of difficulty, and knocks down all stereotypes as he is not only social, but family oriented.

The African bushveld - a battleground where creatures must fight for their right to rule. For many creatures, combat is the name of the game but in the end there can be only winner, and one loser. When Africa's heavyweights go head to head, they're in it to win it.

In the African bush every animal, young and old, is in a fight for its life. In the grasslands of Botswana, this brutal arms race means the difference between death and glory. Each has their own tactics and weapons that will either protect or kill.

In a constant battle to survive, animals have developed a range of superpowers that give them the best chance in the deadly games that play out across the Kalahari.

On the unforgiving plains of Botswana, animals are locked in a nightmarish game of hide-and-seek. It's a battle of tactics and courage, and there can only be one winner.

In the heart of Zambia's Luangwa Valley lies one of the best leopard territories going. It's a patchwork of habitats - shady woodland full of comfortable trees for resting in, and short grass plains packed with antelope.

In the African bush every animal, young and old, is in a fight for its life. In the grasslands of Botswana, this brutal arms race means the difference between death and glory. Each has their own tactics and weapons that will either protect or kill.

In a constant battle to survive, animals have developed a range of superpowers that give them the best chance in the deadly games that play out across the Kalahari.

Tommy, a local pub owner regularly takes his family fishing on a river that runs through a nearby farm. But recently a big Croc has been showing too much interest in their small boat and putting his family at risk. This problem Croc needs to be moved on before someone gets hurt.

Crab Claw Island Resort is a Tropical paradise a few hours out of Darwin. Resort manager John is concerned about a croc that has been hanging around the beachfront and calls in Matt and the team to ensure the safety of his guests.

On a barren Australian island deadly tiger snakes thrive, despite living in the shadow of a brutal attacker that inflicts horrendous injuries.

Simon and Siouxsie brave a tropical storm to rescue a black mamba - one slip and they're dead! A green mamba takes the whole crew to new heights, and Simon and Siouxsie play 'pass the python' in creepy crawly heaven.

Simon has a close call with a deadly black mamba in the middle of the night and finds his first ever Snouted cobra that's hitchhiked to Durban!

On a barren Australian island deadly tiger snakes thrive, despite living in the shadow of a brutal attacker that inflicts horrendous injuries.

Simon and Siouxsie brave a tropical storm to rescue a black mamba - one slip and they're dead! A green mamba takes the whole crew to new heights, and Simon and Siouxsie play 'pass the python' in creepy crawly heaven.

A black mamba is trapped inside a couch in a tiny room with Simon and Siouxsie just inches away from being bitten at any time! Simon has his hands full when he realizes a green mamba he's about to rescue is heavily pregnant.

A family is plagued by Mozambique spitting cobras; their 6-year-old girl was bitten in the face by one and now there's another in their house! Sioux gets a nasty surprise as a whip snake bites her on the arm and won't let go.

Simon has a close call with a deadly black mamba in the middle of the night and finds his first ever Snouted cobra that's hitchhiked to Durban!

It’s mamba season and these deadly snakes are simply everywhere! In this episode of Snake City, they’re playing hard-to-get in trees, boxes and even a refrigerator as Simon risks his life to save them. There’s also double-trouble when he realizes he’s in a small, dark room with not one, but two highly-venomous Forest cobras!

Simon and Sioux nearly get bitten catching and releasing mating Boomslangs. Teamwork is everything, but sometimes they split up to help all the snakes.

Sioux comes face-to-face with a Green mamba, Simon is almost bitten by a Black mamba and they catch two bizarre snakes that don't belong in Durban!

On a barren Australian island deadly tiger snakes thrive, despite living in the shadow of a brutal attacker that inflicts horrendous injuries.

Dr. Emily must save a Pitbull pup on death's door who arrives at the clinic with a lethal combo of Parvo and a bacterial infection. Meanwhile, Dr. Pol goes into overdrive to rescue a horse choking to death, a rabbit from going blind, and a piglet with a ruptured rump.

Early springtime in Michigan means mothers, including Diane Pol, are being celebrated across the state! From Natalie the cow's dangerous breech birth to Kita the very pregnant mare who escapes and goes running, the PVS team will rest at nothing to nurture moms and their youngsters during this magical time of year.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with tales of love at Zoo Tampa! Witness the story of a budding romance between would-be second-time koala parents, Ceduna and Heathcliff. Then, things take a turn for the adorable when the zoo’s binturong family welcomes its newest addition. Later, when Disney’s Animal Kingdom needs another Zebra for their breeding program, Rex, a seasoned Zebra-Daddy, answers the call.

Operation Giraffe Calf is under way, an adult male has keepers worried, and one patient plasma donor named Lance is saving newborn giraffes.

On a barren Australian island deadly tiger snakes thrive, despite living in the shadow of a brutal attacker that inflicts horrendous injuries.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with tales of love at Zoo Tampa! Witness the story of a budding romance between would-be second-time koala parents, Ceduna and Heathcliff. Then, things take a turn for the adorable when the zoo’s binturong family welcomes its newest addition. Later, when Disney’s Animal Kingdom needs another Zebra for their breeding program, Rex, a seasoned Zebra-Daddy, answers the call.

Dr. Emily must save a Pitbull pup on death's door who arrives at the clinic with a lethal combo of Parvo and a bacterial infection. Meanwhile, Dr. Pol goes into overdrive to rescue a horse choking to death, a rabbit from going blind, and a piglet with a ruptured rump.

Early springtime in Michigan means mothers, including Diane Pol, are being celebrated across the state! From Natalie the cow's dangerous breech birth to Kita the very pregnant mare who escapes and goes running, the PVS team will rest at nothing to nurture moms and their youngsters during this magical time of year.

It’s mamba season and these deadly snakes are simply everywhere! In this episode of Snake City, they’re playing hard-to-get in trees, boxes and even a refrigerator as Simon risks his life to save them. There’s also double-trouble when he realizes he’s in a small, dark room with not one, but two highly-venomous Forest cobras!

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with tales of love at Zoo Tampa! Witness the story of a budding romance between would-be second-time koala parents, Ceduna and Heathcliff. Then, things take a turn for the adorable when the zoo’s binturong family welcomes its newest addition. Later, when Disney’s Animal Kingdom needs another Zebra for their breeding program, Rex, a seasoned Zebra-Daddy, answers the call.

Simon has a close call with a deadly black mamba in the middle of the night and finds his first ever Snouted cobra that's hitchhiked to Durban!

Simon and Siouxsie brave a tropical storm to rescue a black mamba - one slip and they're dead! A green mamba takes the whole crew to new heights, and Simon and Siouxsie play 'pass the python' in creepy crawly heaven.

A black mamba is trapped inside a couch in a tiny room with Simon and Siouxsie just inches away from being bitten at any time! Simon has his hands full when he realizes a green mamba he's about to rescue is heavily pregnant.

A family is plagued by Mozambique spitting cobras; their 6-year-old girl was bitten in the face by one and now there's another in their house! Sioux gets a nasty surprise as a whip snake bites her on the arm and won't let go.

On a barren Australian island deadly tiger snakes thrive, despite living in the shadow of a brutal attacker that inflicts horrendous injuries.

Simon and Siouxsie brave a tropical storm to rescue a black mamba - one slip and they're dead! A green mamba takes the whole crew to new heights, and Simon and Siouxsie play 'pass the python' in creepy crawly heaven.

A black mamba is trapped inside a couch in a tiny room with Simon and Siouxsie just inches away from being bitten at any time! Simon has his hands full when he realizes a green mamba he's about to rescue is heavily pregnant.

Managers of Victoria River Downs Ranch; Rusty and Julie haven't had trouble with Crocs for years. But recently a number of big Salties have been spotted in the river. Matt Wright is called in to clear any problem Crocs and keep the ranch workers and kids safe.

50 miles off the coast of Northern Australia, a massive Saltie has been causing problems at a remote fishing camp. Matt Wright and the team set sail to restore paradise once more.

A mother's love is tested to its limits when Pula has no choice but leave her young cub alone in the Kingdom.

The Congo Forest in Central Africa is home to a secretive animal we still know very little about. Bonobos are one of our closest relatives, but in their society it’s females who rule. A young bonobo must leave behind her family, to find her place in the world. Here, friendship is the key to survival. She must make new friends and impress the alpha female before she can truly fit in.

Led by a ruthless Commander, the rotten clan of hyenas seizes power from the lions. An exiled Queen is hell bent on winning back the throne for the Matahta Pride.

A mother's love is tested to its limits when Pula has no choice but leave her young cub alone in the Kingdom.

The Congo Forest in Central Africa is home to a secretive animal we still know very little about. Bonobos are one of our closest relatives, but in their society it’s females who rule. A young bonobo must leave behind her family, to find her place in the world. Here, friendship is the key to survival. She must make new friends and impress the alpha female before she can truly fit in.

Under the rainforest canopy of Central America is a secret world ruled by insects. Two tiny queens will give everything to build their empires. The ant queen will sacrifice her own body for the future of her growing colony while the beautiful orchid bee will stop at nothing for success; betraying those closest to her.

The African Savanna is home to the ultimate animal sisterhood; a family of elephants. A new baby will need the family’s support to make it through her early vulnerable months. While mom learns how to care for her, it is the baby’s grandmother, the matriarch, that must protect her. Facing predators, drought and a rapidly changing world can this new baby and her family of iconic females survive?

Led by a ruthless Commander, the rotten clan of hyenas seizes power from the lions. An exiled Queen is hell bent on winning back the throne for the Matahta Pride.

Trapped by the rising flood waters, Dikeledi must teach her wayward cubs the lessons of survival. But this brutal Kingdom is no place for a gentle cheetah family.

After the murder of one of their own, the Makulu Pack of Wild Dogs looks to a new leader for salvation. The Western Pride is exiled to the fringes the Kingdom as they fight to protect their cubs.

Mmamotse's rule has turned the Kingdom upside down. Her army run rampant, but her legacy now depends on a Princess stepping up to the throne.

A mother's love is tested to its limits when Pula has no choice but leave her young cub alone in the Kingdom.

Santa Paws is coming to town this week on the Incredible Dr. Pol! Despite the weather, the staff at PVS are determined to keep their spirits high. With broken wings and smelly things, jingle bells and puppy yelps, it's looking to be a Holly, Pol-y Christmas!

Winter, summer, spring or fall there's never a shortage of work to be done on the farm in central Michigan - and never a shortage of problems - especially when it comes to farm animals. Cue: Dr. Pol and his staff of vets who are always there to deal with the unique cases each season brings. Spring showers bring May flowers… and a rather painful situation to Bill Ulrich's farm. Bill calls on Dr. Pol because his 1,800-pound bull has been limping around. After a quick - and very careful - investigation, Doc realizes this burly bull simply needs a mani-pedi! Springtime is also the time for birthing joy, but one young calf is giving Kristyn Hoffman anything but. Dr. Emily heads up this case to figure out why the calf's hoof has fallen off! Summer finds Dr. Pol performing an unusual pregnancy check on a double-humped camel. And, as temperatures begin to drop in the fall, one ornery donkey is still a little hot under the collar. The ever-brave Dr. Brenda steps up to castrate a jack named Ray, but he has designs of knocking her back down… with a swift kick to the chest!

Simon and Siouxsie chase down mambas all over the city and they call in the fire brigade to help Simon with one of his most dangerous captures yet! Simon and Siouxsie chase down mambas all over the city and they call in the fire brigade to help Simon with one of his most dangerous captures yet!

Streetwise snake-catcher Simon Keys and his sassy herpetologist girlfriend, Siouxsie Gillett, rush around Snake City to save snakes that have ventured into human territory. They hunt down a frighteningly fast black mamba in a cluttered kitchen, and a Mozambique spitting cobra under a bath that's showering Simon with venom. All before he has to face his irrational fear of heights while trying to retrieve a green mamba from a tree.

A mother's love is tested to its limits when Pula has no choice but leave her young cub alone in the Kingdom.

Simon and Siouxsie chase down mambas all over the city and they call in the fire brigade to help Simon with one of his most dangerous captures yet! Simon and Siouxsie chase down mambas all over the city and they call in the fire brigade to help Simon with one of his most dangerous captures yet!

Santa Paws is coming to town this week on the Incredible Dr. Pol! Despite the weather, the staff at PVS are determined to keep their spirits high. With broken wings and smelly things, jingle bells and puppy yelps, it's looking to be a Holly, Pol-y Christmas!

Winter, summer, spring or fall there's never a shortage of work to be done on the farm in central Michigan - and never a shortage of problems - especially when it comes to farm animals. Cue: Dr. Pol and his staff of vets who are always there to deal with the unique cases each season brings. Spring showers bring May flowers… and a rather painful situation to Bill Ulrich's farm. Bill calls on Dr. Pol because his 1,800-pound bull has been limping around. After a quick - and very careful - investigation, Doc realizes this burly bull simply needs a mani-pedi! Springtime is also the time for birthing joy, but one young calf is giving Kristyn Hoffman anything but. Dr. Emily heads up this case to figure out why the calf's hoof has fallen off! Summer finds Dr. Pol performing an unusual pregnancy check on a double-humped camel. And, as temperatures begin to drop in the fall, one ornery donkey is still a little hot under the collar. The ever-brave Dr. Brenda steps up to castrate a jack named Ray, but he has designs of knocking her back down… with a swift kick to the chest!

Trapped by the rising flood waters, Dikeledi must teach her wayward cubs the lessons of survival. But this brutal Kingdom is no place for a gentle cheetah family.