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See the world's favorite bears - in the wild and in captivity! Program 1: Pandas of the Sleeping Dragon With its furry white head, black-ringed eyes, and look of perpetual amusement, the great panda bear has lumbered into the hearts of people around the world. Unfortunately, this endangered creature may be making its last stand in habitats like the bamboo forest in China's "Mountains of the Sleeping Dragon." NATURE's George Page leads you through this misty and exotic land, catching the panda in its most frequent activity; foraging for, and crunching on, bamboo shoots. China has named these gentle animals a national treasure, and this intimate and charming close-up shows you why. Program 2: The Panda Baby The San Diego Zoo faced a bear of a challenge: becoming the first place outside China to sucessfully breed and raise a panda in captivity. Would the zoo be able to gain the full cooperation of panda experts at China's Wolong Conservation Center? And what would it do about its potential father bear - an older panda with little interest in procreation? Actor Matthew Modine tells a fascinating, cross-cultural, inter-species story that offers dramatic twists and turns as well as surprising insights into panda mating, reproduction, and "child care." In bringing up baby, the zoo raises hopes and fears for the future of all endangered species.
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Animal Holiday
Starring: National Geographic Manufacturer: National Geographic Video ProductGroup: DVD Binding: DVD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000AOEMUK Release Date: 2005-10-11 |
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Do penguins live at the North Pole? Where do polar bears go in the winter? Why do beluga whales "sing"? Curious children want to know, so Santa calls on his furry friends to help explain it all - in song! Now your family can join in the fun as National Geographic Video combines classic wildlife footage with your favorite holiday tunes.
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Nature: Pandas
Starring: George Page Director: Bruce Reitherman , and Nigel Cole Manufacturer: Questar ProductGroup: DVD Binding: DVD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0000AYLJX Release Date: 2003-10-01 |
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See the world's favorite bears - in the wild and in captivity! Program 1: Pandas of the Sleeping Dragon With its furry white head, black-ringed eyes, and look of perpetual amusement, the great panda bear has lumbered into the hearts of people around the world. Unfortunately, this endangered creature may be making its last stand in habitats like the bamboo forest in China's "Mountains of the Sleeping Dragon." NATURE's George Page leads you through this misty and exotic land, catching the panda in its most frequent activity; foraging for, and crunching on, bamboo shoots. China has named these gentle animals a national treasure, and this intimate and charming close-up shows you why. Program 2: The Panda Baby The San Diego Zoo faced a bear of a challenge: becoming the first place outside China to sucessfully breed and raise a panda in captivity. Would the zoo be able to gain the full cooperation of panda experts at China's Wolong Conservation Center? And what would it do about its potential father bear - an older panda with little interest in procreation? Actor Matthew Modine tells a fascinating, cross-cultural, inter-species story that offers dramatic twists and turns as well as surprising insights into panda mating, reproduction, and "child care." In bringing up baby, the zoo raises hopes and fears for the future of all endangered species.
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Nature - Never Looked So Good Set (Pandas/Bears/Dogs/Horses/Chimpanzees/Birds)
Starring: George Page Director: Bruce Reitherman , and Nigel Cole Manufacturer: Questar ProductGroup: DVD Binding: DVD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0001MMGVI Release Date: 2004-03-09 |
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More than 11 wildly exciting hours of the world's most beloved and bizarre animals are included in this fascinating and fun award-winning collection. Observe Jane Goodall and her chimpanzees, Julia Roberts on horseback in Mongolia, hosts John Ritter and Matthew Modine and much more! DISC 1: Pandas - Program 1: Pandas of the Sleeping Dragon - The giant panda has lumbered into the hearts of people across the globe. Experience the habits and habitat of this endangered species in China's mountains of the Sleeping Dragon. Program 2: The Panda Baby - Witness the efforts of the San Diego Zoo to breed and successfully raise a panda in captivity. Actor Matthew Modine narrates this tale of bringing up baby, and raises the hopes and fears for the future of all endangered species. DISC 2: Bears - Program 1: Showdown at Grizzly River - Following the comfortable six-month hibernation taken by the grizzly, the hunt is now on for salmon. The competition for food is fierce. This natural story of breathtaking beauty offers an insightful look at the giants. Program 2: Walking With Giants - When two naturalists head north to Siberia's Kamchatka Peninsula to prove the naturally predatorial grizzly isn't instinctively hostile, they become unexpected foster parents to three orphaned cubs. DISC 3: Dogs - Program 1: Extraordinary Dogs - Through amazing and emotional stories about dogs and their special bonds with humans, witness some of the extraordinary things canines do as our companions, protectors, and assistants. Program 2: Dogs: The Early Years - Narrated by John Ritter, this playful and practical look at the irresistibly adorable stage of a young dog's life profiles different breeds and their owners, and provides advice on choosing the right puppy for you. DISC 4: Horses - Program 1: Horse and Rider - Saddle up and settle in for a hard-charging ride into the fascinating relationship between horse and rider, one of the greatest examples of animal-human cooperation. Program 2: Wild Horses of Mongolia With Julia Roberts - Julia Roberts provides us with rare and privileged looks at not only wild horses, but also the eastern cowboy culture they continue to drive. DISC 5: Chimpanzees - Program 1: Jane Goodall's Wild Chimpanzees - Jane Goodall provides access to an absorbing family saga in the wilds of Tanzania. Observe the family's day-to-day life through complex communications and intimate relationships. Program 2: Monkey in the Mirror - Chimps and primates use tools, language, politics, and even their own culture. How does their intelligence compare to our own? This program investigates the answers in both the laboratory and the wild. DISC 6: Birds - Program 1: Extraordinary Birds - Stunning photography takes flight to capture the wondrous behavior of the world's most extraordinary birds. Follow the warlike falcon hunting for prey, a storm of wild birds who bring a monsoon to an Indian reservation, the 5,000-mile commute of a tiny hummingbird, and more! Program 2: Parrots: Look Who's Talking - This fun, visually rich program profiles a bird of magnificent color, both in plumage and in personality. Adoring owners talk about their parrots, including one who loves opera and another who dunks cookies on demand.DVD:
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