The Nature of Things

The Secrets of Aging in the Wild (57x18)

Air date: Apr 22, 2018

Meet species that exemplify all the realms of aging: longevity, reproductive health, social status, wisdom, and finally, everything that surrounds the final chapter of life, death. Aging in the Wild goes from the African savanna to the French Alps — and beyond — guided by passionate researchers who reveal their latest discoveries. This perfect balance of observing wild behaviour and learning about cutting-edge science allows us to consider the ancients of the animal kingdom in a whole new light.