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Animal Atlas Season 8 Episodes
Season 8 Episode Guide
23 Episodes 2011 - 2012
Episode 1
Monkey Around
Mon, Sep 12, 2011 30 mins
Facts about siamangs.
Episode 2
Aquatic Mammals
Mon, Sep 19, 2011 30 mins
Animals that live in the ocean are observed, including dolphins and whales.
Episode 3
Kingdom of Animal Names
Mon, Sep 26, 2011 30 mins
Exploring the origin of animal names and the stories behind their meanings.
Episode 4
Moving Right Along
Mon, Oct 3, 2011 30 mins
Examining what an animal's legs and feet can reveal about its home, food and survival strategies.
Episode 5
School of Mammals
Mon, Oct 10, 2011 30 mins
All about mammals.
Episode 6
From Home to Farm to Wild
Mon, Oct 17, 2011 30 mins
Topic: domesticated animals.
Episode 7
Animal Populations
Mon, Oct 24, 2011 30 mins
Examining the reasons that some animal populations have dramatically decreased, including loss of habitat and climate change. Also: what it means to be endangered.
Episode 8
Going Amphibious
Mon, Oct 31, 2011 30 mins
A look at animals that live on the land and underwater and how they survive submerged includes amphibians, turtles and swimming reptiles.
Episode 9
Animals of the Largest Continent
Mon, Nov 7, 2011 30 mins
The animals of Asia are examined, including tigers, giant pandas and great apes.
Episode 10
Three Household Favorites
Mon, Jan 16, 2012 30 mins
A look at three of the most recognizable animals in America: dogs, cats and horses. Included: examining what makes them unique and how did they become members of the family.
Episode 11
Into the Jungle
Fri, Jan 27, 2012 30 mins
Two of the great apes of Africa, the lowland gorilla and the chimpanzee, are observed.
Episode 12
American Animals
Mon, Jan 30, 2012 30 mins
Examining animals, both unusual and familiar, from North and South America. Included: how they differ by continent.
Episode 13
Surviving the Wild
Mon, Feb 13, 2012 30 mins
A look at how animals have adapted to survive the wild.
Episode 14
Bear Country
Mon, Feb 20, 2012 30 mins
Bears are in the spotlight.
Episode 15
The Horse, Of Course
Mon, Apr 9, 2012 30 mins
Domestic horse facts.
Episode 16
Reptile Roundup
Mon, Apr 16, 2012 30 mins
Facts about reptiles.
Episode 17
Cats and Dogs
Mon, Apr 23, 2012 30 mins
Examining what cats and dogs have in common.
Episode 18
Happy Cat
Mon, Apr 30, 2012 30 mins
Cat diversity is the topic.
Episode 19
Dog Days
Mon, May 7, 2012 30 mins
A look at how wild canines were bred by people into loyal animals for working, hunting and companionship.
Episode 20
Head Cases
Mon, Jun 25, 2012 30 mins
Examining the various ways animals sense the world.
Episode 21
What's in a Tail?
Sat, Mar 12, 2016 30 mins
A look at how animals use their tails to do an incredible number of tasks.
Episode 22
Symbolic Creatures
Mon, Jul 9, 2012 30 mins
The topic of animals as symbols is explored.
Episode 23
Fleet of Foot, Wing, and Fin
Mon, Jul 16, 2012 30 mins
A look at the world's fastest animals on land, sea and air. Included: facts about cheetahs.