Station:
National Geographic Wild (GB)
Status:
Running
Start:
2025-09-14
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Discover the truth behind the world's wildest animal encounters. With over 8 billion people in every corner of the planet, it's no wonder we're getting closer to animals than ever before. And the tech in our pockets means EVERYTHING'S caught on camera. We all love to share these clips on social media, but there's WAY more to these stories than meets the eye.
There is no Next Episode of Close Encounters of the Wild Kind planned.
S1E4 - Safari Showdown
Footage of animals attacking safari patrons, including elephants crushing cars and hippos chasing speedboats.
Air Date: 05 Oct 2025 13:00 (CDT)
S1E5 - Space Invaders
Our homes can be magnets for wild animals. Meet the bears living their best life and the gate-crashing gators on a home-invasion mission.
Air Date: 12 Oct 2025 13:00 (CDT)
S1E6 - Down Under
Expect the unexpected in the outback. Find out why emus attack, koalas go grocery shopping, and what drives a wombat to attack.
Air Date: 19 Oct 2025 13:00 (CDT)