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Deep Jungle: The Beast Within: Introduction
Can the secrets of our past be found in the jungle? And what can it tell us about our future? Accompany researchers in NATURE’s Deep Jungle: The Beast Within as they explore tropical forests for clues...
View ArticleClever Monkeys: Introduction
Just how smart are monkeys? Their innate curiosity leads them to try new things, but it’s their culture — the passing of information from one generation to the next — that teaches them much of what...
View ArticleThe Dirt: This Week in Nature (August 4-August 10)
Endangered Elephants vs. Desperate Villagers. Another unfortunate confrontation between an endangered species and humans is being reported in Indonesia. There are fewer than 3,000 Sumatran elephants...
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The Dirt: This Week in Nature (September 15-21)
Thirty-Something Killer Whales Still Benefit From Mom. Even when they have reached 30 years of age, male killer whales that still have a menopausal mother nearby have a greatly increased chance of...
View ArticleAnimal Odd Couples: Video: The Benefits of Friendship
Primatologist and evolutionary biologist Dr. Lauren Brent discusses her research on nonhuman primate social behavior, and what it shows about the benefits of friendship. Watch a scene from “Animal Odd...
View ArticleSnow Monkeys: Video: Snow Monkeys Grooming
The troop that grooms together, stays together: Get to know the social ins and outs of individuals within a 160-member snow monkey troop led by Kuro-san, a young male still new to the job and...
View ArticleSnow Monkeys: Video: Monkey Babies Start to Explore
As winter months fade away, the forest becomes a nursery for this troop of snow monkeys: The newborns are full of energy and curiosity, and are blissfully unaware of dangers or troop politics. Snow...
View ArticleSnow Monkeys: Behind The Scenes: Making of Snow Monkeys
“Snow Monkeys” producer and cinematographer Joe Pontecorvo sought to capture the life of Japanese Macaques deep within the snow-covered mountains of Northern Japan, in a valley named Jigokudani,...
View ArticleSnow Monkeys: Snow Monkeys in Japan: Photos Through The Seasons
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Snow Monkeys: Infographic: What’s on the Snow Monkey Menu
Japanese Macaques that inhabit Jigokudani or “Hell Valley” must stick to together and adapt to harsh weather to survive and thrive. When they’re not soaking in hot springs during chilly months, snow...
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Snow Monkeys: Field Guide: Life With Snow Monkeys
While following and filming a troop of snow monkeys, filmmaker Joe Pontecorvo was able to witness firsthand the distinct and charming personalities of these monkeys, as well as the ins and outs of a...
View ArticleSnow Monkeys: Full Episode
In the frigid valleys of Japan’s Shiga Highlands, a troop of snow monkeys make their way and raise their families in a complex society of rank and privilege where each knows their place. Their leader...
View ArticleSnow Monkeys: Behind The Scenes, Part 2: Post-Production
After two years in the field in Japan documenting the lives of a snow monkey troop, producer and cinematographer Joe Pontecorvo compiled over 700 hours of footage. In this segment, learn about the...
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