Life in Cold Blood
Life in Cold Blood is a BBC nature documentary series presented by David Attenborough, about a study of the evolution and habits of amphibians and reptiles. The series consists of five 50-minute episodes, each one followed by Under the Skin, a 10-minute section that features interviews with scientists and some of the techniques used to film the series. The first episode "The Cold Blooded Truth" discusses the keys to success of reptiles and amphibians. The second episode "Land Invaders" explores the world of amphibians, of which there are some 6,000 known species. The third episode "Dragons of the Dry" takes a look at the immense diversity, social skills and displays of the lizards. The fourth episode "Sophisticated Serpents" explores how the snakes have managed to become successful despite their elongated body shape. And the fifth and final episode "Armoured Giants" covers the most ancient of the reptiles - the crocodiles and turtles. Throughout the episodes, Life in Cold Blood reveals the surprising truth about the cold-blooded lives of reptiles and amphibians; reptiles and amphibians are lethally fast, spectacularly beautiful, surprisingly affectionate and very sophisticated.
| Episode 1 - The Cold Blooded Truth |
Episode 1 - The Cold Blooded Truth
This episode discusses the keys to success of reptiles and amphibians, looking at thermoregulation, parental care and the time-scales on which reptiles operate.
Episode 2 - Land Invaders
This episode explores the world of amphibians, of which there are some 6,000 known species.
Episode 3 - Dragons of the Dry
This episode takes a look at the immense diversity, social skills and displays of the lizards.
Episode 4 - Sophisticated Serpents
This episode focuses on the most modern reptiles, the snakes, exploring how they have managed to become successful despite their elongated body shape.
Episode 5 - Armored Giants
This episode covers the most ancient of the reptiles: the crocodiles and turtles.
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| Life in Cold Blood - wikipedia Life in Cold Blood is a BBC nature documentary series written and presented by David Attenborough, first transmitted in the UK from 4 February 2008 on BBC One. |
| The Reptiles (PBS Nature) This is a PBS Nature documentary series narrated by Howard McGillin, showcasing the incredible diversity and spectacular abilities of the reptiles. |
| Life on Earth - Victors of the Dry Land This episode is devoted to the evolution of reptiles. They are not as restricted as their amphibian ancestors, since they can survive in the hottest climates. |
| Life - Reptiles and Amphibians This episode explores diverse survival strategies of reptiles and amphibians; how those primitive creatures could still thrive. |