All the Pretty Horses
Each horse breed comes with a special set of attributes and skills. Some have been bred for specific tasks, others for beauty, some even just for play!
Equus On Location
From Northern Siberia to the Arabian Desert, the filmmakers of Equus "Story of the Horse" traveled the globe to capture incredible footage of rare breeds. Go behind the scenes for a look at a few of these varied locations.
The Wild Horses That Beat Extinction
The Przewalski horse went extinct in the wild but was reintroduced at the Seer Horse Reserve in Gobi Desert, Mongolia. These horses have managed to make an impressive comeback and their success is due in large part to the social structure of their herd.
Equus "Story of the Horse" | Episode 1: Origins
Explore the fascinating evolutionary journey of the horse, from its tiny forest-dwelling ancestors to the modern steed. Encounter scientists who are unlocking the genetic basis of horsepower and decoding their emotional intelligence.
How Horses Read Our Expressions
Through a series of experiments led by animal psychologist Karen McComb, we can see how horses read, not only fellow horse expressions but human expressions as well. Through their consistent reactions to these tests, horses demonstrate an acute emotional awareness.
Official Preview: Equus "Story of the Horse"
The relationship between man and his noble steed is almost as old as civilization itself, allowing our species to explore, conquer and flourish side by side with the horse. NATURE traces this revolutionizing partnership with anthropologist Niobe Thompson in this two-part series.
Meet a Jurassic Killer: Temnodontosaurus
With their giant jaws and razor-blade teeth, the Temnodontosaurus was one of the largest of the ichthyosaurs. This predator grew up to 33 feet long and had the largest eyes known of any animal. Fossils prove that this fierce sea dragon fed on smaller ichthyosaurs.
Attenborough and the Sea Dragon
Join Sir David Attenborough as he pieces together the remarkable discovery of the Ichthyosaur, a fearsome fish lizard that lived during the age of dinosaurs.
Discovering a New Ichthyosaur
Witness the discovery of a new ichthyosaur fossil, complete with fossilized skin, but strangely missing a head.
Living With Snow Leopards - Tashi's Story: Sneak Peek
With the snow leopards‘ prey in decline, encounters between herders and the cat are on the rise. Explore this fragile relationship through the eyes of Tashi, a local goat herder, and learn how his village has partnered with the Snow Leopard Trust to find ways to both live with and save one of the rarest cats on Earth.
The Severity of Snow Leopard Survival
It's difficult to determine just how many snow leopards left in the wild today, but researchers estimate there are as few as 4,000 snow leopards scattered across the mountains of twelve countries.
The Biggest Threat to Bighorn Sheep
Bighorn sheep are quickly depleting in number due to a fatal bacteria that spreads like wildfire among herds. Discover the cause of this epidemic that is threatening this icon of the American west.
Running With The Herd: A NATURE Short Film - Sneak Peek
In the latest of our conservation short film series, uncover the frightening truth about a pervasive epidemic that threatens one of North America’s most iconic animals.
The Nutcracker (NATURE style!)
At NATURE, we celebrate the season with squirrels! Who better to capture the vigor of Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker Suite" than these agile athletes?
A Life Among the Clouds: A Nature Short Film - Sneak Peek
Meet the elusive Matschie’s tree kangaroo in the cloud forests of Papua New Guinea and discover how the local people are helping to protect this rare marsupial and its forest home.
Studying Tree Kangaroos
Studying the elusive tree kangaroos of Papua New Guinea can be quite challenging. Conservation Scientist Lisa Dabek shares some of the creative ways she is able to track these fascinating animals.
Polar Bear Mom Creates Avalanche to Save Family
After being pursued up an icy mountain by an aggressive male, this mother polar bear creates a mini avalanche to save her cubs.
How Polar Bears Dry Off
Polar bears have their own special way of drying off after a swim - rolling around in the snow!
Polar Bear Sneak Attack
On the ice floes, polar bears have to use a completely different hunting technique. By fully submerging underwater, this polar bear mother attempts a sneak attack on an unsuspecting seal.
Snow Bears
Witness the incredible journey of newborn polar bear cubs as they leave the safety of their den for the first time. Bravely led by their mother, the cubs must make the perilous 400-mile Arctic trek to the sea to feed. Narrated by Kate Winslet.
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