D.C.) National Geographic Channel (Television station : Washington
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"Using groundbreaking technology, breathtaking photography, and special effects, Drain the Oceans reveals hidden secrets and lost worlds by 'emptying' major bodies of water throughout the world, exposing hidden evidence of the most amazing undersea mysteries, as never seen before." --container
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From the skies above the Reich to the Thai-Burma 'Death' Railway , this series examines the military mindset, pioneering tactics and state-of-the-art technologies deployed by both sides. Remnants of military hardware, defensive megastructures, and forgotten relics of war are discovered as experts journey from the beaches of the Pacific Islands to the bunkers of the Reich itself.
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Every day is a new challenge for Dr. Michelle Oakley, the only all-species vet for hundreds of miles in the Yukon. Whether wrestling bison, tracking ibex in the mountains, performing surgery on a bear or braving frozen landscapes to return lynx to the wild, Dr. Oakley will do whatever it takes to keep the animals in her care safe and healthy.
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It embraces the wild side of the Sunshine State. With a stellar zoo team devoted to the exotic cast of animals, this dedicated team cares for both their lovable zoo family as well as rescues and rehabs animals in need, including orphaned black bear cubs, injured panthers, manatees, otters, and alligators.
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"The stellar team of vets and animal care experts at Zoo Tampa are devoted to an exotic cast of animals, from African elephants and Bornean orangutans, to Florida panthers and Cuban iguanas. They continue their work to rescue and sustain endangered animals, and they welcome new members to this lovable zoo family"--Container
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Reveals the science behind mixed martial arts, special operations and self-defense. From martial artists who defy what many people think is humanly possible; to elite military units trained to become ultimate warriors; to masters of self-defense who teach how to fight for your life. Analyzes how these experts generate the power and speed behind each move.
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Take "an in-depth look at the unique behaviors and relationships of the prairie dogs that inhabit the Valles Caldera National Preserve in northern New Mexico. Through a blend of documentary footage and narration, each episode takes the audience on a first-person journey following a select group of the prairie dogs." --container
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"Combining hi-tech archaeology, breathtaking visuals and genuine exploration to make headline-grabbing discoveries, portrayed through our host, Albert Lin. An ambitious approach applies 3D scanning to some of the most extraordinary sites of antiquity. This series delivers powerful, emotional stories with hi-tech imagery to bring the mysteries of the past vividly to life." --container
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Hazen Audel is back. In these three special episodes, he will travel to the Heilongjiang and Yunnan Provinces of China. Hazen's travels will be filled with adventure as he battles to land a fish that will take centre stage at a mighty feast, and journeys through a hidden valley to deliver an offering of piece to a rival Dulong clan.
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Through eyewitness video, historical archives, and cutting edge CGI, National Geographic provides a comprehensive, yet intimate look at the most significant natural disasters of all time. A team of world experts reveal the pivotal moments that turned the top ten from natural phenomenon into human catastrophe and explain why these disasters became genuine game-changers.
15) Dead by dawn
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Billed as a "horror nature series", "Dead by dawn" looks at the nocturnal predatory activities of various species of wildlife in the African savannah, the jungles of Indonesia and Costa Rica, the swamps of North America, the Arabian Desert, and the forests of India.
When the sun goes down, creatures of the night battle for survival. The first-ever horror nature series from the makers of The Walking Dead showcases the terror of the wild when the sun...
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"NatGeo meets America's Funniest Home Videos in an unlikely marriage that produces hilarious pets, awesome wildlife, and everything in between. From the backyard to the savannah, spend time with animals that make viewers laugh, gasp, and smile, providing them a unique mix of humor and wonder . . . all hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro."--container.
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The unfolding saga of hardships and affections, losses and triumphs, as a controversial experiment brings the ultimate predator back into the heart of the West. Get a view from the pack as these magnificent creatures are reintegrated within the parameters of the oldest national park in the United States, Yellowstone of Wyoming.