The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour

The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour (1990)

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The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour was a BBC nature documentary series written and presented by David Attenborough, first transmitted in the United Kingdom in October 1990.

A study in animal behaviour, each of the twelve 50-minute episodes features a different aspect of the journey through life, from birth to adulthood and continuation of the species through reproduction.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 20:00 (50 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E12Continuing the LineDez. 20, 1990
S01E11CourtingDez. 13, 1990
S01E10Talking to StrangersDez. 6, 1990
S01E09Friends and RivalsNov. 29, 1990
S01E08FightingNov. 22, 1990
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour' premiere?

'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour' premiered on January 3rd, 1990.

What is the TV rating for 'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour'?

The TV rating for 'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour' is TV-G/TV-PG.

Who is the narrator of 'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour'?

The narrator of 'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour' is Sir David Attenborough.

How many episodes are there in 'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour'?

There are 12 episodes in 'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour'.

What kind of animals are covered in 'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour'?

'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour' covers a wide range of animals, including mammals, birds, reptiles, and insects.

What is the focus of 'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour'?

'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour' explores the behaviors of animals, including social behavior, mating behavior, and other survival strategies.

What makes 'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour' unique?

'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour' is unique because it focuses exclusively on animal behavior, taking an in-depth look at the different strategies animals use to survive and thrive in their environments.

Are the episodes in 'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour' interconnected?

No, the episodes in 'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour' are independent of each other, meaning that viewers can watch them in any order.

Who produced 'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour'?

'The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Behaviour' was produced by the BBC.

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Also known as

  • David Attenborough - Az élet megpróbáltatásai (Hungary)

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