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ON TOP OF THE WORLD
BBC Wildlife

ON TOP OF THE WORLD

Solitary and secretive, the snow leopard is master of its mountain realm. Frédéric Larrey braved the high peaks to find it.

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4 mins  |
February 2022
A FRAGILE SUCCESS
BBC Wildlife

A FRAGILE SUCCESS

Mountain gorilla numbers are increasing– an eco-tourism success story. But Covid-19 is presenting new challenges to the conservation of this great ape.

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10 mins  |
March 2022
Roads take their toll
BBC Wildlife

Roads take their toll

New study identifies the mammal populations most likely to be driven to extinction by traffic

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1 min  |
February 2022
How big (or small) could animals get?
BBC Wildlife

How big (or small) could animals get?

WITH EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGIST JV CHAMARY

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3 mins  |
February 2022
GOOD AS GOLD
BBC Wildlife

GOOD AS GOLD

The golden eagle has long been in decline in the UK. A new project is helping this magnificent raptor to spread its wings once again.

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9 mins  |
February 2022
GILLIAN BURKE
BBC Wildlife

GILLIAN BURKE

Solar power permeates the stormiest of winter weather

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2 mins  |
February 2022
Ape artistry
BBC Wildlife

Ape artistry

The creative output of orangutans reveals a sensitivity to their environment

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1 min  |
February 2022
MARK CARWARDINE
BBC Wildlife

MARK CARWARDINE

“I’m A Celebrity has seen 21 seasons of dropping, crushing, chasing and kicking hapless creatures”

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3 mins  |
February 2022
“There is a drive to make the world of nature a place for everyone”
BBC Wildlife

“There is a drive to make the world of nature a place for everyone”

The conservation industry is the second-least diverse sector in the UK, but the times are changing...

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8 mins  |
February 2022
Sir David Attenborough's GREEN PLANET
BBC Wildlife

Sir David Attenborough's GREEN PLANET

Without trees and flowers, there is no life. The Green Planet, a new BBC series presented by Sir David Attenborough, takes us behind the branches and into the undergrowth.

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10 mins  |
February 2022
THE RACE TO SAVE A WOLF
BBC Wildlife

THE RACE TO SAVE A WOLF

The Ethiopian wolf is the world’s rarest canid, pushed to the edge by disease and habitat loss. Yet ongoing vaccination is giving the species a second chance.

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8 mins  |
February 2022
White lightning
BBC Wildlife

White lightning

In early spring, spotting a mountain hare is easier than expected

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2 mins  |
February 2022
“I've had the privilege to participate in surveys”
BBC Wildlife

“I've had the privilege to participate in surveys”

Sixteen-year-old Siân Mercer’s passion for the natural world and volunteer work has earned her an award

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2 mins  |
February 2022
Dujardin Excels
Horse & Hound

Dujardin Excels

The ever-adorable Gio scores a personal best under Charlotte Dujardin, on an inspiring evening at the show’s new home

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10+ mins  |
December 23, 2021
Happy Christmas, everyone
Horse & Hound

Happy Christmas, everyone

The festive season brings mixed feelings for Tessa Waugh, although the school nativity play proves a hit and Father Christmas makes an unexpected appearance in a local town

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2 mins  |
December 23, 2021
Sameh El Dahan
Horse & Hound

Sameh El Dahan

The former Egyptian showjumper has rocketed up the rankings since making the career move to Ireland, and is now in the running for future British teams having swapped nationalities. Jennifer Donald meets him

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8 mins  |
December 23, 2021
Cobwebs blown away to victory
Horse & Hound

Cobwebs blown away to victory

A “buzzy” type cruises to victory, while one jockey breaks his duck on his 35th attempt

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3 mins  |
December 23, 2021
Showman proves fifth time's a charm
Horse & Hound

Showman proves fifth time's a charm

Forty finalists, four judges and one overall supreme title scored by a seasoned Welsh section C stallion conclude the M&M pony showing scene’s 2021 season

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4 mins  |
December 23, 2021
In the right hands
Horse & Hound

In the right hands

When used correctly, the double bridle is a useful tool which gives the rider a huge range of options to refine the rein aid. Leslie Bliss discovers how

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6 mins  |
December 23, 2021
‘I was the laid-back one'
Horse & Hound

‘I was the laid-back one'

Having seemingly hung up his horn for good, respected master of foxhounds Trevor Adams is lured back into hunt service, reveals Tessa Waugh

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7 mins  |
December 23, 2021
‘A paradise for foxhunters'
Horse & Hound

‘A paradise for foxhunters'

The hard-working Wexford hounds provide plenty of entertainment for a gutsy field – who don’t turn a hair at some very famous visitors

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9 mins  |
December 23, 2021
Stardust sprinkles her magic
Horse & Hound

Stardust sprinkles her magic

“Olympia” is warmly welcomed into its new home, with the London show producing a dazzling showcase for young British talent – none more so than double grand prix victor Harry Charles

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December 23, 2021
‘Old friend' Champ takes the Ascot crown
Horse & Hound

‘Old friend' Champ takes the Ascot crown

Nicky Henderson’s star recovers from an op to win the Long Walk Hurdle and patience pays offfor Richard Newland

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5 mins  |
December 23, 2021
Spreading Christmas cheer
Horse & Hound

Spreading Christmas cheer

With Christmas a time for giving, equestrians are making the most of their equines’ good natures to bring joy to their community, says Stephanie Bateman

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6 mins  |
December 16, 2021
‘Top pros, don't compete at novice'
Horse & Hound

‘Top pros, don't compete at novice'

Pammy Hutton discusses top riders at the lower levels and winter positivity

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3 mins  |
December 16, 2021
‘Non' to bird hunt
BBC Wildlife

‘Non' to bird hunt

Controversial plans to kill thousands of wild birds in France by hunters are stopped by the high court

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1 min  |
January 2022
Use your leg
Horse & Hound

Use your leg

The leg aid is one of the most fundamental ways to communicate with your horse. Leslie Bliss finds out how to refine it to the ultimate level

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6 mins  |
December 16, 2021
Why complex life needs ENDOSYMBIOSIS
BBC Wildlife

Why complex life needs ENDOSYMBIOSIS

WITH EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGIST JV CHAMARY

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3 mins  |
January 2022
Ollie Cornock
Horse & Hound

Ollie Cornock

Imagine if you could “design” the day’s hunting of your dreams… What hounds would be hunting, where would it be, who would you take with you?

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3 mins  |
December 16, 2021
“As a retired scuba diver I care for the ocean”
BBC Wildlife

“As a retired scuba diver I care for the ocean”

Awarded the MCS Outstanding Volunteer of the Year, Lesley Anderson looks after her local beaches

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2 mins  |
January 2022