Pack-Ice Killer Whale Sounds -- on Film
Season 43
Episode 8
About the Episode
Pack-ice killer whales are highly social creatures, communicating through various vocalizations like pulsed calls and whistles. For the first time, researchers have recorded these vocalizations and made surprising discoveries about their behavior.
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Extras
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Filming Africa's Three Big Cats
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Preview of Museum Alive with David Attenborough
Sir David Attenborough explores London’s Natural History Museum, where extinct creatures come alive.0:30 -
Protecting Africa's Big Cats
Researcher John Neelo explores the challenges Africa's big cats face in a shared landscape.6:08 -
Preview of Expedition Killer Whale
A team of scientists and filmmakers explore the Antarctic waters to learn more about killer whales.0:30 -
Beware of Baboons! How They Keep the Woodland Safe
Baboons are the eyes and ears of the woodlands.2:29 -
Leopard Hunts Baby Sister
Female leopards are known to hunt the cubs of others -- even their own siblings.3:10
