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Life on The Discovery Channel
I am just utterly compelled to release my excitement over the new series on the Discovery Channel, Life. Quite possibly some of the most amazing wildlife footage since the Planet Earth series, it may even top it! I haven’t been this excited about a show/series since Sharkweek, and that was like 12 years ago.
Advancements in High Definition cameras, high speed video capabilities and equipment, paired with scientific discovery makes for the most epic viewing experience of some of the most interesting creatures roaming the planet. Fun for kids and adults alike, this is a great way to take your family on a world safari from within you home. Nothing will replace actually experiencing nature, but this is as close as it gets.
I have only seen two episodes so far, Challenges of Life and Reptiles and Amphibians. Featuring some extraordinary creatures that even as a biologist/ecologist, I was unaware of their existence. Breathtaking slow motion and HD footage captivates you unlike any action movie, because it is real. The bizarre and tragic natural world sucks in even the most uninterested. The baby ibex being hunted by a fox in the Challenges of Life episode nearly drove my girlfriend to tears, and she is not one to gravitate to nature shows in the least.
