Nature
Station:
Smithsonian Channel (US)
Status:
Ended
Start:
2019-04-03
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Escape to Monkey Island, deep in the tropical forests of Sri Lanka, where troops of toque macaques, tufted grey langurs, and purple-faced leaf monkeys have made their home among the crumbling ruins of ancient temples. In this verdant jungle, abundant fruit provides ample feasts for these foragers, but even in primate paradise, trouble awaits. Follow these charismatic monkeys as they deal with unpredictable weather and struggle to raise their young in an environment where hidden forest dangers lurk around every corner.
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S1E1 - A Mother's Tale
A deadly drought has hit Monkey Island, causing hardship for a troop of toque macaques. For Anna, a low-ranking member of the troop with a newborn baby in tow, the harsh conditions jeopardize her ability to feed herself and provide nourishment for her son. As kidnappers threaten to break the familial bond, can this dedicated mother beat the odds and keep her son healthy through the challenging first weeks of his life?
Air Date: 03 Apr 2019 11:00 (CDT)
S1E2 - Leaving Home
Troop life is full of fun and adventure for teenage macaques, but it can't stay that way forever. When males come of age, they're forced out of the group. Follow young Ravi as he leaves his idyllic home and sets off on the journey of a lifetime. Watch as he navigates life in the big city, makes new friends, dodges danger, and tackles the most challenging experience of his life: finding a new troop to call home.
Air Date: 10 Apr 2019 11:00 (CDT)
S1E3 - Trouble in Paradise
Life is idyllic for this troop of tufted grey langurs, who spend their days lounging among ancient temples and feasting on fruit. But now there's trouble in paradise: a crippling drought makes food hard to find. To make matters worse, three bachelor males have invaded their territory, intent on overthrowing their leaders and killing the troop's infants. Does their leader have what it takes to help them overcome the most dangerous threats they've ever faced?
Air Date: 17 Apr 2019 11:00 (CDT)