Nature
The Life of Birds
A natural history of bird life narrated by David Attenborough.
1. To Fly or Not to Fly? (49 mins)
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- 1. To Fly or Not to Fly?Looking at the period when dinosaurs developed feathers and took to the air.49 mins
- 2. The Mastery of FlightAnalysing how different species have evolved unique skills.49 mins
- 3. The Insatiable AppetiteThis edition focuses on the remarkable variety of feeding habits employed by birds.49 mins
- 4. Meat-EatersDavid focuses on birds of prey, from meat-eating parrots to eagles that catch monkeys.49 mins
- 5. Fishing for a LivingIn this programme, a focus on the remarkable variety of aquatic birds.49 mins
- 6. Signals and SongsA look at the methods of communication that birds use.49 mins
- 7. Finding PartnersA look at mating rituals.49 mins
- 8. The Demands of the EggDavid Attenborough examines how birds look after their eggs.55 mins
- 9. The Problem of ParenthoodDavid Attenborough looks at feeding practices and behavioural patterns.49 mins
- 10. The Limits of EnduranceDavid Attenborough looks at birds living in harsh environments.49 mins