Race of Life - Season 1
Season 1
Episodes
Survival of the Fittest
The evolutionary rise of some of the world's greatest surviving creatures is followed.
The Big Cats
The cats who rule the animal kingdom are beautiful but deadly as this profile of four of the deadliest species shows.
The Great Desert Race
Documentary exploring how desert animals have armored themselves against the heat. These include the scorpion, one of the most ancient creatures on Earth.
Herbivores
A look at Earth's greatest herbivores. How do they survive and thrive on a diet that even the strictest vegetarian would pass on?
Natural Warriors
From food and territory to social status and mates, explore the many reasons why creatures are prepared to fight to the death.
Run Like the Wind
A look at the speedy ways creatures escape predators, including the Golden Wheel spider which can roll itself out of trouble by turning into a wheel.
The Early Bird
From the peregrine falcon, the world's fastest hunter, to the opportunist vulture, explore how three very different birds feed their ferocious appetites.
Reptiles
When it comes to survival, reptiles have some clever tricks up their sleeves, including a special type of lizard that can shed its tail to escape its predators.
Defences
From insects that look like leaves and snakes that play dead to flying fish and deadly toads, discover the many ways creatures defend themselves against predators.
Underwater Predators
From a lionfish's deadly spines to the lightning speed of a barracuda, sea creatures have adapted extreme methods and incredible weapons for survival.
Underwater Defences
From colour and camouflage to toxins and teeth, discover how underwater creatures survive the unforgiving ocean.
The Race Underfoot
What makes insects such incredible survivors? Explore the race of life on a smaller scale with a look at their extensive armoury and clever camouflage.
After the Dark
Peer deep into the darkness and discover how the animal kingdom's many nocturnal creatures have adapted to thrive in a world with no light.
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