The Velvet Claw

1x1
The Carnassial Connection
Episode overview

Air date

Sep 07, 1992

Introductory programme of a seven part series, exploring the evolution of the carnivore as a successful and highly diverse mammalian group.

1x2
Sharpening the Tooth
Episode overview

Air date

Sep 14, 1992

Explores the many different members of the cat family and their rise over 40 million years to represent a powerful group of predators within the Carnivora.

1x3
Strength in Numbers
Episode overview

Air date

Sep 21, 1992

Looks at the evolution of the dog family, how as generalists and through group predation they have filled a successful niche within the Carnivora.

1x4
The Rich Man's Table
Episode overview

Air date

Sep 28, 1992

Follows the evolution of the hyaenas within the Carnivora, reveals how they have successfully exploited scavenging strategies, to supplement hunting.

1x5
Jacks of All Trades
Episode overview

Air date

Oct 05, 1992

The rise of bears and racoons in the carnivora, exhibit the most diverse feeding patterns of the group, predators->scavenging omnivores->specialist herbivores

1x6
Small and Deadly
Episode overview

Air date

Oct 12, 1992

The weasel family - fast, ferociously skilful killers. This is the story of how one family of carnivores opted for smallness as a positive advantage.

1x7 Show finale
It's Tough At The Top
Episode overview

Air date

Oct 19, 1992

Looks at the development of top carnivores and asks are they really masters of their world or long term losers? The winners are the small carnivores.

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