Nature

The Dangers of Saving Gorillas

Filmmaker Vianet Djenguet documents the dangerous but vital process of habituating a notoriously protective 500-pound silverback. Habituation is a last-ditch effort to save the critically endangered Eastern lowland gorillas from extinction but it does not come without risks.

The Dangers of Saving Gorillas

4m 19s

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    Sanctuary | Katavi: Africa's Fallen Paradise

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    Katavi National Park is typically a lush paradise for wildlife in Tanzania. However, the upcoming dry season looms more threatening than ever before. Meet the hippo, crocodile and lion families who must navigate this change of seasons.

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    Saving the World’s Rarest Lemurs | In Her Nature

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    Greater bamboo lemurs, recently thought to be extinct, are critically endangered. One Malagasy woman is on a mission to restore lemur populations while also helping local communities, including young children, thrive by focusing on one resource: bamboo.

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    Series Trailer | In Her Nature

    1m 25s

    "In Her Nature" shines a spotlight on the fearless women who protect the wildlife of our world. Featuring breathtaking cinematography combined with rare animal behavior, "In Her Nature" showcases the robust conservation efforts being led by women in the most perilous habitats through the lens of an award-winning, all-female production team.

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