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Parenthood

Parenthood in the animal kingdom is a high-stakes game. In a world full of danger, some animal parents go to extreme lengths to ensure the survival of their offspring.

This series explores the extraordinary strategies and ingenious tricks that animal parents employ to give their young a head start in life. From Orcas teaching their offspring to hunt Blue Whales, to Orangutan showing their young to make their beds, to Hippo families navigating the terrifying African night. Parenthood is an adventure – and our cameras are there to capture every gripping moment.

Show Info

Web channel: United Kingdom BBC iPlayer (2025 - now)
Average Runtime: 57 minutes
Status: To Be Determined
Show Type: Documentary
Genres: Nature
Episodes ordered: 5 episodes

Official site: www.bbc.co.uk

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Previous Episode

Jungles

Episode 1x05; Aug 3, 2025

Raising young in the complex world of jungles requires ingenuity. Parents must become masters of their environment and learn to exploit every opportunity through determination and teamwork.

Previous Episodes

Episode NameAirdateTrailer
1x05: JunglesAug 3, 2025
1x04: FreshwaterAug 3, 2025
1x03: GrasslandsAug 3, 2025
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