Animals at Play

Season 1

Uncover new research into why play is so much more than having a good time. See how all animals, from cold-blooded killer Komodo dragons to cuddly clouded leopards, use fun and games to thrive and survive.

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S1 E1 - The Power of Playtime
October 31, 2021
50min
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Discover how recreation is more widespread across species than scientists thought. See predators get a mental workout as well as a physical one, and witness one of the first recorded examples of reptile play.
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S1 E2 - Rules of the Game
October 31, 2021
50min
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Discover how species buddy up for group games with astonishing benefits. See how various animals, from young hyenas playing tug of war to mischievous monkeys getting rough and tumble, communicate the rules of their antics.
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