Tales from Zambia
Zambia is home to some of the world's most exotic wildlife. From elephants to eagles and baboons to hippos, this collection of films features a range of different species, exploring their fascinating behaviour and taking viewers on a virtual safari into some of the wildest and most beautiful habitats on Earth.
- 2016-2018
- 3 seasons
- Documentary
Zambia is home to some of the world's most exotic wildlife. From elephants to eagles and baboons to hippos, this collection of films features a range of different species, exploring their fascinating behaviour and taking viewers on a virtual safari into some of the wildest and most beautiful habitats on Earth.
Season 2 Episode Guide
8 Episodes 2017 - 2018
Episode 1
The Woodland Troop
Sat, Dec 30, 2017 48 mins
In this small patch of woodland, two young monkeys face the toughest time of their lives. As they find their place in the world, they must learn which neighbours are allies, and which are foes. Who to trust, and who to avoid.
Episode 2
Better Together
Sat, Dec 30, 2017 48 mins
The wilds of Zambia are a tough place to live. Here, many animals must come together in groups to help defend territory, protect offspring, find food and overcome predators.
Episode 3
Safari CSI
Sat, Dec 30, 2017 48 mins
Everyday in the Luangwa Valley a carcass is sighted. Each body holds the story that lead them to their death. In Safari CSI we investigate what killed three carcasses that have been uncovered.
Episode 4
Africa's Edens
Sat, Jan 6, 2018 48 mins
Zambia is home to three very special and different African Edens. The low, hot Luangwa River Valley, the high, dry Liuwa Plain and the cool and wet Kasanka National Park.
Episode 5
Valley of Birds
48 mins
Zambia's Luangwa Valley is home to Africa's biggest and most fearsome giants, but what really makes it special are its birds. There are over 400 different species here, each perfectly adapted to exploit every opportunity on offer.
Episode 6
African Myths
48 mins
Modern science explains the evolutionary history behind some of the planet's largest, weirdest and most fearsome animals.
Episode 7
Chilema and Her Brother
Mon, Jul 24, 2017 48 mins
Chilema is an elephant with half a trunk after losing the tip to a poacher's snare. The snare's indiscriminate nature means other animals often fall foul of them. Chilema is now having to adapt to life without an elephant's most important appendage.
Episode 8
Tree Tales
48 mins
Trees are Africa's oldest residents, and each has its own strategy for surviving the dry season. The sausage tree and the fig tree ride-out seasonal extremes, to provide food and shelter for struggling animals in the lean times.