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3 Episodes 2014 - 2014
Episode 1
Fri, Mar 14, 2014
When it comes to mating rituals, the animal kingdom has it all. Humans, it turns out, are not that different in displaying sex-related behaviors - and we conduct the experiments to prove it! In examining courtship rituals, we find that seahorses intertwine their tails just as humans play footsie, and humans' eyes dilate like tigers' when sitting opposite someone they like. Grab a seat and play along while our experts break down the links between us and the animals.
Episode 2
Fri, Mar 21, 201444 mins
Like animal herds, humans form groups to provide them with safety and sustenance. To prove the benefits of pack mentality, National Geographic hosts a paintballing battle to learn the value of group identity, and the concept of blind conformity.
Episode 3
Thu, Mar 27, 201443 mins
The human and animal worlds are run by pecking orders with an "alpha dog" leader at the top, whose authority is constantly challenged. National Geographic proves following the leader is a primal instinct that's best kept in check.