Wild Islands

Isolated for hundreds of thousands of years, islands can harbour some extreme examples of life. Natural selection drives evolution in unusual and dramatic ways. Groups of individuals adapt in unique ways, leading to the rapid development of new species. Wild Islands' travels to the heart of some of the world's most fascinating island locations and celebrates the diversity of wildlife found there.

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Documentary
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First Aired on

Jan 03, 2016

1 seaons till Jan 24, 2016

Popularity: 0.247
2 votes
Networks
(US)
Status: Ended

Show Ended

Last episode: Vancouver

Seasons & episodes

Total 1 seasons, 4 episodes

Season 1

Aired

4 Episodes
  • Episode 1Caribbean44 min

    The breath-taking Caribbean has been shaped by millions of years of unstoppable volcanic forces and ferocious hurricanes, creating a network of 7,000 islands, each one more unique than the next.

  • Episode 2Zanzibar44 min

    Zanzibar is a land of giants. Isolated from mainland Africa, these islands nourish some of the earth’s most unique animals, many being the largest found anywhere in the world.

  • Episode 3Falklands44 min

    The Falkland Islands' pristine coastlines and bountiful seas offer a lifeline and breeding centre for millions of penguins each year. Though while some find sanctuary on dry land, there's a daily battle to survive in the waters which surround these wild and rocky shores.

  • Episode 4Vancouver44 min

    Nestled alongside Canada's south west coast, Vancouver Island is home to the richest Pacific wildlife. Sea lions and killer whales are among the marine predators enjoying the abundant seafood in the surrounding waters, while black bears, marmots and beavers enjoy the rich pickings on land.

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