Untamed

Science and Nature Series / 4 Seasons

“UNTAMED” - a co-production of VPM and the Wildlife Center of Virginia - introduces viewers to the natural and man-made challenges facing wildlife today and, most importantly, what we can do to make a difference.

Watch Latest: S4 E408

25m 34s / TV-G

Wild Winter Worlds

S4 E408 / 25m 34s / TV-G

How do wildlife survive the tougher winter months? With cold temperatures and fewer food resources, the winter season can be challenging for a variety of wild animals. Some animals migrate to different areas, some hunker down for a long winter’s nap, and some simply continue their daily activities.

Pollinators

S4 E407 / 26m 49s / TV-G

Pollinators are a vital part of our world and are essential for creating and maintaining habitats that many animals – including us! – rely on for food and shelter. The diversity of pollinators in a particular area is a key indicator to the health of an overall ecosystem.

Protecting our watersheds

S4 E406 / 24m 29s / TV-G

Without water, our world would look very different; without the watersheds which capture, coalesce, move, and recycle water throughout a natural system, human and wildlife habitats would not be the same. Watch Ed Clark and other wildlife conservationist as they explain the challenges facing our watersheds and what we need to do to make sure they are protected so all life on earth can survive.

Learn about invasive plant and animal species

S4 E405 / 26m 16s / TV-G

Although world ecosystems are in danger from a whole host of varied and distinct threats, there are few issues more difficult to tackle or more complex to understand than invasive species control. Gain a deeper knowledge about invasive plant and animal species, why they’re so disruptive to our natural ecosystems, and what you can do to make a difference.

Sustainable land management balances wildlife & human needs

S4 E404 / 25m 29s / TV-G

As humans continue to dominate the landscapes of North America, transforming diverse native ecosystems into managed areas for crops, livestock, and more, our resident and transient wildlife lose habitat. That is why it is up to all of us – landowners and managers, farmers, and homeowners — to make decisions to oversee a multi-use landscape, one in which both wildlife and humans can benefit.

Learn about the important role citizen science plays

S4 E403 / 26m 36s / TV-G

Discover what citizen science is, how it works, and the important role it plays in understanding our natural world and supporting wildlife conservation. Whether participating in bird counts, water sampling, frog watches, butterfly monitoring, plant data, or other projects, anyone can find a fun and meaningful way to contribute to the scientific community.

The Vital Role of Predators

S4 E402 / 26m 34s / TV-G

Humans have a complicated relationship with their native wild carnivores, often with attempts to actively eliminate these animals, leaving behind ecosystems in dire need of that natural control mechanism. Predator management continues to be a highly contentious issue. Finding a way to coexist is essential, not only for human safety and animal welfare but also for habitat and ecosystem health.

The Greater Impact of Wildlife Patients

S4 E401 / 26m 32s / TV-G

More than 85,000 patients have passed through the doors of The Wildlife Center of Virginia, a hospital for native wildlife, since its founding in 1982. Every animal patient has a story to share that illustrates the wider problems wildlife face: litter, pesticides, free-roaming domestic animals, habitat loss, and diseases - helping us shape our conservation education and research.

How do wildlife survive the tougher winter months?

S4 E8 / 25m 30s / TV-G

With cold temperatures and fewer food resources, the winter season can be challenging for many wild animals. Some animals migrate to different areas, some hunker down for a long winter’s nap, and some simply continue their daily activities. Join Ed Clark, the WCV staff, and other conservation professionals as they discuss how a variety of wildlife survive the often-harsh conditions of winter.

The importance and function of pollinators

S4 E7 / 26m 47s / TV-G

Pollinators are a vital part of our world and are essential for creating and maintaining habitats that many animals – including us! Learn how the pollination process works, its important role in maintaining a healthy environment, and what we can do to create more hospitable habitats that support a diverse population of pollinators.

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