Secrets of the Zoo
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is one of the largest and most popular zoos in the country, boasting none other than “Jungle Jack” Hanna. It takes hours to see it all, but now for the first time, Nat Geo WILD is taking viewers behind the scenes to meet the animals and the army of people who work 24 hours a day, seven days a week to create one of the best zoo experiences in the country.
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The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is one of the largest and most popular zoos in the country, boasting none other than “Jungle Jack” Hanna. It takes hours to see it all, but now for the first time, Nat Geo WILD is taking viewers behind the scenes to meet the animals and the army of people who work 24 hours a day, seven days a week to create one of the best zoo experiences in the country.
Season 3 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2020
Episode 1
Dhole Lotta Love
Sun, Feb 23, 2020 43 mins
A litter of orphaned wild dogs seeks acceptance from the pack leader, and a 44-year-old orangutan has a birthday bash.
Episode 2
Grumpy Cat
Sun, Mar 1, 2020 43 mins
An Asian takin calf hangs on for dear life, and a very grumpy tiger arrives at the Columbus Zoo. The zoo makes history by incubating rare turtle eggs.
Episode 3
Flock of Flamingos
Sun, Mar 8, 2020 43 mins
It's springtime, and an ornery ostrich refuses to get its shots. A pregnant rhino prepares to give birth, and a beloved nanny goat fights for its life.
Episode 4
King of the Jungle
Sun, Mar 15, 2020 43 mins
With nearly 6,000 veterinary cases and well over 100 births each year, the team at the Columbus Zoo has no shortage of incredible drama
Episode 5
Duckumentary
Sun, Mar 22, 2020 43 mins
This week at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, a duck with a swollen leg and two endangered species are given new leases on life under the gentle care of the zoo vets. Additionally, a beaver's overgrown teeth are brought down to size.
Episode 6
Dancing With The Devils
Sun, Mar 29, 2020
Iconic Australian animal arrivals make quite an impression with their "unexpected" screeching. And a rare mountain goat birth is observed, as keepers hike and crawl over fences and bushes to bear witness. Success. Ten new deer fawn babies are born. And while not only darn cute, their arrival helps to preserve this near extinct species of deer fawn.
Episode 7
The Otter Limits
Sun, Apr 5, 2020 43 mins
It takes a village to care for all the animals at the Zoo. This week, that means teaching baby otters to swim, as they become the Zoo's newest ambassadors and have their TV debut. Meanwhile Clark the Cougar's future gets brighter with some expert eye care. And a highly prized newborn Giraffe's future and well-being hinge on three key milestones: eating, peeing, and pooping. The binoculars are out, and the wait is on.
Episode 8
Mandrill of the House
Sun, Apr 12, 2020 43 mins
An older male Mandrill named Kinshsa shows his true colors during a dental exam. Teamwork is critical as a gigantic female Bison gets a physical. A rambunctious young Pronghorn deer's leg injury gets expert attention. The barn at the Wilds provides refuge to mother Oryx and her newborn calf until Mom's hoof injury heals. And a lovable Warthog named Randall plays his trainer like a fiddle. Just another amazing day at the Columbus Zoo.
Episode 9
Big Bear Theory
Sun, Apr 19, 2020 43 mins
After a series of health mishaps, the zoo's beloved sloth finds its mate. The team also helps an armadillo get its groove back, which then resumes its role as one of the cutest animal ambassadors. Lastly, there's a behind-the-scenes look at how the zookeepers wrangle a herd of rare donkeys into the barn for its annual check-up.
Episode 10
World's Grumpiest Cats
Sun, Apr 26, 2020
An Asian takin calf named Charlie Hustle hangs on for dear life after suffering rejection by the herd; a very grumpy tiger arrives in Columbus and lets her new keepers know she's in no mood for small talk; and the zoo attempts to make reptile history by incubating a clutch of rare Temple Turtle eggs.
