Safari

Safari descends into the Everglades for an up-close look at these ancient predators. Witness the hunt and the kill and encounter the highly endangered North American crocodile. See what biologists are doing today to help save these rare reptiles.

The North American Pronghorn - indigenous solely to this continent, and yet, another species whose existence depends on the care and concern of humans. Learn of the effects on their habitats, conservation efforts, census techniques, and the everyday style of life these elegant creatures live.

John will be taking you on an in-depth look at one of the most majestic animals to be found in the arctic - the Polar Bear. With weights in excess of a thousand pounds, heights stretching to twelve feet, upright...one would hardly envision them to be curious and playful. Prepare to be constantly amazed as John unveils many of the unique characteristics and personalities of the Polar

The Bald Ibis, and the Barbary sheep - two species that will be covered in this episode of Safari. Travel to the exotic land of Morocco, and join John Ross as he takes a close-up look at - in addition to the Bald Ibis and the Barbary sheep - the wide variety of other animals occupying this beautiful, yet sometimes unforgiving, North African country.

A trip to the heavily timbered areas of Canada and the northern United States is where this show will take you. John will share with you the history behind the ever-elusive North American lynx. Learn more about their unique behaviour, and their interactions as they play predator to their prey - the Snowshoe rabbit. This is sure to be an exciting adventure as you join in the chase.

Join John Ross as you're treated to a very special trip into the beautiful Yellowstone Park, and its wondrous inhabitants. In this episode, John will be exploring the domain of the Gray Wolf - which, only recently, has been reintroduced into the park. You will learn of the cause behind the wolf's extermination and, subsequently, his restoration.

John in his return to Yellowstone to follow-up on the success of the Wolf Reintroduction Program. This episode is sure to provide you with a sense of "family" as you are introduced to the several packs existing in the park today. But, most importantly, it will also indicate the changes that can occur when people become actively involved, and concern them with the preciousness of our wildlife.

What better way to learn about the coyote than to spend an entire year following a pack of them within their rocky mountain home. From warm summers to harsh winters, watch as they attempt to successfully meet, and survive, the challenges nature can unpredictably offer. You will surely find interest in observing animals that travel in packs, and the hierarchy that inevitably develops.

This show is bound to provide a half hour of sheer joy and entertainment as John explores the wondrous and playful world of the River Otter. From hunting, to simply surviving the River Otter seems to add a bit of "play" into everything he does. Don't miss out on this highly entertaining episode.