
Secrets of the Penguins
Over two extraordinary years, National Geographic Explorer Bertie Gregory discovered never-before-filmed secret traditions, surprising intelligence and close-knit societies of penguins. This astonishing series reveals they are more like us than we ever dreamed, from their powerful friendships to the courageous risk-takers using ingenuity and innovation in some of the world's most extreme places.
- Created By
- First Aired on
Apr 20, 2025
- Popularity: 3.503
- 12 votes
- Networks
- (US)
- Production
Lightstorm Entertainment (US)Talesmith (GB)National Geographic (US)
- Status: Ended
Show Ended
1 seaons till Apr 20, 2025
Last episode: Rebels with a Cause
Seasons & episodes
Total 1 seasons, 3 episodes

Miniseries
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Episode 1Heart of the Emperors47 min
In Antarctica, emperor penguin societies reveal mysterious bonds forged from birth. These bonds are the secret to surviving their extreme world.
Episode 2Survival of the Smartest43 min
The banded penguins venture far beyond their icy homes, mastering deserts, tropical islands—and even city life—to become perhaps the smartest of all.
Episode 3Rebels with a Cause47 min
In the Southern Ocean, courageous penguins break the rules to find their edge. Taking risks helps make them the most successful of all.
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