Extraordinary Animals, Romantic

S1 E1 • 23m • HDU

Featuring some remarkably imaginative animals, explore how creativity enables impressive problem-solving skills and drives forward adaptations that are essential for survival.

S1 E2 • 23m • HDPG

Exploring the lives of some incredibly adept eaters, this episode showcases the unusual strategies these animals have developed to thrive in their unique environments.

S1 E3 • 23m • HDU

Exploring the importance of shared knowledge and group dynamics, these seemingly antisocial animals all benefit from having 'mates'.

S1 E4 • 23m • HDU

For this group of animals, being devoted means putting the lives of their offspring first and going to extreme lengths to ensure their survival.

S1 E5 • 23m • HDPG

Aggressive behaviour is not limited to the most obvious culprits. Discover how koalas, cockatoos, clownfish and more can exhibit surprising behaviours in order to survive.

S1 E6 • 22m • HDU

From lionfish to nudibranchs, these animals employ extravagant behaviours to entice mates or warn off predators, proving that standing out can be the ultimate strategy for survival.

S1 E7 • 23m • HDU

Sometimes, being deceptive can be the key to getting ahead in the wild. Discover how firebirds, kangaroos and more adopt questionable behaviours in a daring attempt to survive.

S1 E8 • 22m • HDU

Examine some of the oddest Australian animals - including the thorny devil, frogfish, mudskippers and more - and discover how eccentricity can be a superpower in the wild.

S1 E9 • 22m • HDPG

Delve into the surprising behaviours of some of Australia's most unlikely romantics, including shingleback lizards, eastern ospreys, brown boobys and even corals.

S1 E10 • 23m • HDU

Many scientists believe curiosity is a key driving force in evolution. Meet some uniquely curious animals, including brushtail possums, parrots, numbats and more.