Animal Atlas - Season 8
Season 8
Network
Episodes26
DatesSep 12, 2011 - Jul 16, 2012
Episodes
Season 8Episode 160 min
Monkey Around
A look into the world of the “not great” apes—including the amazing singing siamangs, the sopranos of the forest—that are smaller than the great apes and often confused with monkeys.
Sep 12, 2011
Season 8Episode 260 min
Aquatic Mammals
A look at the rare mammals that live in the ocean, such as dolphins and whales, and how their food and environment make them appear and act unique.
Sep 19, 2011
Season 8Episode 360 min
Kingdom of Animal Names
The origin of animals’ names and the interesting stories behind their meanings.
Sep 26, 2011
Season 8Episode 460 min
Moving Right Along
An animal’s legs and feet can reveal information about its home, its food, and how it survives.
Oct 3, 2011
Season 8Episode 560 min
School of Mammals
What makes a mammal a mammal? Hint: It isn’t just feeding its young with milk. It’s a whole lot more.
Oct 10, 2011
Season 8Episode 660 min
From Home to Farm to Wild
A look into the animals that live in our homes and on our farms and how they became domesticated.
Oct 17, 2011
Season 8Episode 760 min
Animal Populations
A look into the reasons that some animal populations have dramatically decreased because of loss of habitat and climate change and what it means to be endangered.
Oct 24, 2011
Season 8Episode 860 min
Going Amphibious
A look at animals that live on land and underwater and how they survive submerged—from amphibians to turtles to swimming reptiles.
Oct 31, 2011
Season 8Episode 960 min
Animals of the Largest Continent
A look at the animals of Asia, such as tigers, great pandas, and great apes.
Nov 7, 2011
Season 8Episode 1060 min
Feathered Friends
Grab your binoculars for this panoramic look at birds. We inspect their wings, beaks, feet, and how they fly. We’ll also ask why the famed penguin and ostrich are flightless.
Nov 14, 2011
Season 8Episode 1160 min
Three Household Favorites
The most recognizable animals in America may be dogs, cats, and horses.
Jan 16, 2012
Season 8Episode 1230 min
Into the Jungle
Jan 23, 2012
Season 8Episode 1360 min
American Animals
A look at animals, both unusual and familiar, from North and South America and an investigation into how they differ by continent.
Jan 30, 2012
Season 8Episode 1460 min
The Modern Zoo
A look at the evolution of zoos from the simple caging of animals for recreational viewing to the construction of animal habitats to give captive animals more physical and mental stimulation..
Feb 6, 2012
Season 8Episode 1560 min
Surviving the Wild
How animals have adapted to survive the wild.
Feb 13, 2012
Season 8Episode 1660 min
Bear Country
A look at bears from all over, including the polar bear, American black bear, the brown bear, and more.
Feb 20, 2012
Season 8Episode 1760 min
The Horse, of Course
Enter the world of the domestic horse. Learn where horses come from, who their relatives are in the wild, how they range in size, and what they have been bred to do.
Apr 9, 2012
Season 8Episode 1860 min
Reptile Roundup
A rousing roundup of all the reptiles in the animal kingdom. First, what is a reptile? To answer that question, we have to travel way back in time, to the dinosaurs! We’ll also look at who qualifies as a reptile and who doesn’t. You might be surprised.
Apr 16, 2012
Season 8Episode 1960 min
Cats and Dogs
What do cats and dogs have in common? For starters, they have both moved into our homes by the millions. But that’s not all. From super senses to predatory behavior, cats and dogs share characteristics that might surprise you. From the lion to the housecat, from the wolf to the Labrador retriever puppy, we’ll meet them all.
Apr 23, 2012
Season 8Episode 2060 min
Happy Cat
Is our tame, playful domestic cat really related to the authoritative, wild lion of the African savanna? Absolutely. We’ll explore the incredible diversity of cats, and look at characteristics they all share, whether they’re pouncing on a ball of string or a wildebeest.
Apr 30, 2012
Season 8Episode 2160 min
Dog Days
Has man’s best friend always been a friend? Ask the wolf. Dogs trace their history back to wild canines that man bred into loyal animals for working, hunting, and companionship.
May 7, 2012
Season 8Episode 2260 min
Fish Friendly
Grab your fins and come swim with the fishes. No two fish species are alike, and some species called “fish” are anything but. Sounds fishy, doesn’t it? From the tropics to the cold, dark, rocky seafloor, we’ll shine a light on a variety of fins.
May 14, 2012
Season 8Episode 2360 min
Head Cases
What’s in a head? What’s not? Animals sense the world through their heads, and judging from the vast variety of head shapes, sizes, and designs, they sense the world in unique ways.
Jun 25, 2012
Season 8Episode 2460 min
What's in a Tail?
Sure, a tail can be long, short, fluffy, or hairless, but how do animals use their tails? Are they merely decorative? No way. We’ll show you the incredible ways that animals use their tails.
Jul 2, 2012
Season 8Episode 2560 min
Symbolic Creatures
What does an animal mean? Tough question. Ever seen an eagle on a dollar bill? Or a bear on a state flag? How about a lion on a shield? Yes, for thousands of years man has made animals into symbols to convey a meaning. We’ll explore who’s a symbol and why.
Jul 9, 2012
Season 8Episode 2660 min
Fleet of Foot, Wing, and Fin
Are you faster than a kangaroo? Can you outrun an elephant? What about a brown bear? Not so fast! In this episode, we’ll reveal the fastest and slowest creatures and explore animals’ need for speed.
Jul 16, 2012
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