Natural History Documentaries

With a range of iconic series spanning all seven continents, dive deep into the beauty of the natural world. Our documentary collection brings you the best of the BBC’s nature, wildlife, and science shows, with over 100 hours of content dating back to 1954 including the series that launched David Attenborough’s career and changed nature documentaries forever.

Attenborough's Fabulous Frogs

Attenborough's Fabulous Frogs

As a boy, frogs were the first animals David Attenborough kept and today he’s still passionate about them. Through his eyes, the weird and wonderful world of frogs is explored, shedding new light on these charismatic, colorful, and frequently bizarre amphibians. David reveals their anatomy, their extraordinary behavior, and their ability to live in some of the planet’s most extreme places.

Galapagos

Galapagos

The Galapagos islands are a fascinating microcosm of natural life and home to some of the most astonishing creatures found anywhere on Earth. With spectacular cinematography from land, sea and air, and blending rugged volcanic landscapes with intimate animal behaviour, this ambitious wildlife documentary series brings this remarkable archipelago to captivating life.

Attenborough's Ark

Attenborough's Ark

David Attenborough chooses his ten favorite animals that he would most like to save from extinction. From the weird to the wonderful, he picks fabulous and unusual creatures to put in his ‘ark’, including little-known animals such as the, the solenodon and the quoll. He shows why they are so important and shares the ingenious work of biologists who are helping to keep them alive.

Animal Mums

Animal Mums

From a cheetah putting her babies in the naughty corner to a sheep comforting her crying lamb, this charming and funny natural history series, narrated by Hugh Bonneville, explores how animal motherhood has some surprisingly human traits. Featuring a mix of science, fascinating stories and heartwarming moments, the documentary reveals that animals can be as dedicated to their babies as we are.

Attenborough's Wonder of Eggs

Attenborough's Wonder of Eggs

Natural history legend Sir David Attenborough has a passion for birds’ eggs. These remarkable structures nurture new life, protecting it from the outside world at the same time as allowing it to breathe. But how is an egg made? And why are they that particular shape? This insightful nature documentary reveals the wonder behind these miracles of the animal kingdom.