Safari
(1996)Streaming Episode Guide
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Hippos, White Rhino and Other Megaherbavores
Episode 8 - 2-08-1997
21m
World renowned environmentalist John Ross examines the large population of hippos within the Okavango Delta and their relentless defense of their territory. In addition, he views the return of the white rhinoceros in South Africa after nearly being extirpated across the continent.
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The Japanese Crane
Episode 7 - 2-01-1997
21m
The Red Crown Crane has the captured the imagination of artists and poets in the hearts of Japanese people for centuries. At one time the birds were common throughout Japan and much of Asia. But today, the last large concentration making up one-third of the surviving population lives only here in Hokkaido.
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Macaques
Episode 6 - 1-25-1997
21m
Known commonly as "Snow Monkeys", the Japanese Macaques are the focus of this "Safari" episode. As John Ross travels to the freezing temperatures found in the Japanese Alps, he will share his experiences with these amazing and intelligent animals. You will learn of how the Macaques came to exist in Japan, and of the evolvement of their social rituals and survival.
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Eagles
Episode 5 - 11-02-1996
21m
John Ross takes viewers to Japan and the United States to look at the Steller's sea eagle and the bald eagle which are both raptors.
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Desert
Episode 4 - 10-26-1996
21m
Ranging from freezing to well above 120 degrees Fahrenheit, the desert is populated by some of the most amazing plants and animals that have ingeniously adapted to the environment. Join John Ross on this fascinating community of wildlife, and learn of the survival techniques of such animals as...the desert tortoise, the Gila monster, a variety of snakes, and many, many others.
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Wildlife Biologist
Episode 3 - 10-19-1996
21m
John Ross pays tribute to the many conservationists who are involved in studying about the populations of moose, alligators, lynx, Polar bears and many other animals that have become subjects of serious concern.
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Birds of Prey
Episode 2 - 6-08-1996
21m
John Ross take viewers on a trip to Idaho's Sawtooth National Forest to study the behaviour and general lifestyle of raptors. With a wide variety of sizes and types, they have one thing definitely in common which is being keen hunters from the air with eyesight greater than any human being.
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Babies
Episode 1 - 6-01-1996
21m
John Ross and viewers experience a truly delightful sight of mammals giving birth. The Black bear species is a normally solitary nomad except during the mating season in summer months while Polar bears always reside in cold climates. Amazingly, the mother will sacrifice at least seven months of eating while with young. This episode also features a family of wolves and red foxes.
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Season 1
River Otter
Episode 9 - 5-25-1996
21m
This show is bound to provide a half hour of sheer joy and entertainment as John explores the wondrous and playful world of the River Otter. From hunting, to simply surviving the River Otter seems to add a bit of "play" into everything he does. Don't miss out on this highly entertaining episode.
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Coyote
Episode 8 - 5-18-1996
21m
What better way to learn about the coyote than to spend an entire year following a pack of them within their rocky mountain home. From warm summers to harsh winters, watch as they attempt to successfully meet, and survive, the challenges nature can unpredictably offer. You will surely find interest in observing animals that travel in packs, and the hierarchy that inevitably develops.
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Gray Wolf II
Episode 7 - 5-11-1996
21m
Join John in his return to Yellowstone to follow-up on the success of the Wolf Reintroduction Program. This episode is sure to provide you with a sense of "family" as you are introduced to the several packs existing in the park today. But, most importantly, it will also indicate the changes that can occur when people become actively involved, and concern them with the preciousness of our wildlife.
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Gray Wolf
Episode 6 - 5-04-1996
21m
Canadian naturalist John Ross takes viewers on a very special trip into the beautiful Yellowstone Park, and its wondrous inhabitants. In this episode, he explores the domain of the Gray Wolf - which, only recently, has been reintroduced into the park. You will learn of the cause behind the wolf's extermination and, subsequently, his restoration.
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Lynx
Episode 5 - 4-27-1996
21m
Viewers take a trip to Canadian timbered wildernesses and the northern United States. John Ross informs about the history behind the Canada lynx, its unique behaviour, and interactions as its daily task of being a predator to the snowshoe hare.
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Bald Ibis and Barbary sheep
Episode 4 - 4-20-1996
21m
Viewers travel to the exotic land of Morocco. John Ross takes a close-up look at the Bald Ibis and the Barbary sheep. There are a wide variety of other zoological species occupying this North African country.
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Polar Bears
Episode 3 - 4-13-1996
21m
John Ross takes viewers on an in-depth look at one of the majestic animals to be found in the Arctic which is the polar bear.
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North American Pronghorn
Episode 2 - 6-04-1996
21m
Viewers learn about the pronghorn which is indigenous solely to North American and another species whose existence depends on the care and concern of humanity. John Ross explains about the effects on its habitats, people's conservation efforts, census techniques, and daily lifestyle of these elegant herbivores.
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The Alligator & American Crocodile
Episode 1 - 3-30-1996
21m
Viewers observe American alligators and American crocodiles in Florida's Everglades.
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