TV series
Wild Babies
Overview
The adventures of lion cubs, elephants, penguins, pangolins and more as they learn to cope with the ups and downs of life in the wild and try their best to reach adulthood in an unforgiving world.
Details
- First air date
- 2022-05-05
- Status
- Returning Series
- Seasons
- 1 season
- Episodes
- 8 episodes
- Genres
- Documentary
- Network
- Netflix
- Production
- Humble Bee Films
- Country
- GB
- Original language
- EN
Cast
- Helena Bonham Carter as Narrator
Episodes
Episode 1: New Arrivals
With his mom away, seal pup Tabo fends for himself. Lion cub Kaya's spots help keep her hidden. Elephant calf Jasiri makes a dangerous crossing.
Episode 2: Home Alone
While exploring the world beyond their den, Kaya and her brothers get lost. Baby pangolin Matengu and his mom look for a new home. Tabo finds a friend.
Episode 3: On the Move
Baby orangutan Mina craves freedom — but her mama wants to keep her close. The little lions eat their first meat. A tiny turtle emerges from the sand.
Episode 4: Big Families
In a big monkey family, little Chico must figure out where he belongs. Older elephants look out for Jasiri. Kaya and the cubs meet their father.
Episode 5: Bonds That Tie
Baby mongoose Quito needs a mentor to show him the ropes. Sea otter pup Kesari loves being pampered. Wild dog pup Duma leads her siblings astray.
Episode 6: Finding Your Place
Orphaned macaque Amma seeks acceptance. Duma's sister Venus saves the day. A cuckoo who hatches in a warblers' nest keeps the adults feeding him busy.
Episode 7: Hostile Homes
Pico the penguin has two parents to keep him warm. Teen lion Minnie looks to her pride to fend off a threat. Arctic fox kit Silver learns how to hunt.
Episode 8: Stepping Up
Grizzly bear yearling Spruce learns to dig for his own clams. Young dolphin Kai perfects his fishing skills. Minnie finally stands up for herself.
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