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Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Series exploring the hidden world of animals' senses. A look at how caribou use UV light to avoid wolves and how slow-motion vision helps dragonflies kill. Show more

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland HD

Series exploring animal senses beyond human perception. Sound - how alligators use low-pitch rumbles, how bats see with sound, and a hearing test for a herd of elephants. Show more

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Wales HD

The series exploring the world of animal senses examines how smells can be used both as a defence against sharks and in controlling a swarm of bees' behaviour. Show more

Animals at Play

Series 1

The Power of Play

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Wales HD

Available for years

Young animals love playing. But is it all for fun? New research reveals that play is at the heart of almost everything an animal learns, and some unexpected species are at it. Show more

Animals at Play

Series 1

Playing Together

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Wales HD

Available for years

Some animals love nothing more than group games. But are they just for fun? This film uncovers the astonishing benefits they gain from playing together. Show more

Natural World

2018-2019

Saving the Orangutan

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland

Red Ape uses footage filmed by teams fighting to save critically endangered orangutans of Borneo, to reveal the reasons for their decline and exploring what their future holds. Show more