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Aging in the Wild
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Aging in the Wild Season 1, Episode 1: Longetivity
How do creatures attain and even exceed human lifespans in the wildest environments on earth? In this episode we meet some animal elders who help us understand the psychological mechanisms associated with long life and the positive social value long-lived animals bring to their communities. Watch Aging in the Wild Season 1, Episode 1 Longetivity in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of Aging in the Wild Season 1, Episode 1 and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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5 episodes
Longetivity
How do creatures attain and even exceed human lifespans in the wildest environments on earth? In this episode we meet some animal elders who help us understand the psychological mechanisms associated with long life and the positive social value long-lived animals bring to their communities.
52 min
Reproduction
An earnest glimpse at reproduction, mating and companionship in the golden years. Meet some late-life lovers and explore the reasons behind theri sexual longevity and their ability to reproduce well into their later years.
52 min
Dominance
What does it take to maintain alpha status as animals grow older? We investigate the responsibilities and challenges that come with being a senior leader of a pack.
52 min
Wisdom
How does attaining knowledge and wisdom help animals to live longer? We explore the integral role that older animals play in their communities and investigate how animals learn over the course of their lives.
52 min
Death
Human, plant, animal, bacteria, all have one inevitable thing in common; death. However, the process of dying is far from uniform across the animal kingdom. In this episode we discover the ways in which aging animals defy our usual understanding of the circle of life.
52 min