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This five-part natural history series explores the extraordinary strategies and adaptability that animal parents employ to give their young a head start in life.

Wednesdays, February 4 – March 4, 2026

Freshwater | Parenthood -- Elephant Mom Saves Baby From Flood

Elephant Mom Saves Baby From Flood

Trapped on the wrong side of a flooded river, an elephant mom must decide if it’s safe to cross.

Freshwater | Parenthood -- Frog Dad Goes to Extreme Heights

Frog Dad Goes to Extreme Heights

This frog dad goes to extreme heights to find the safest home for his tadpoles.

Freshwater | Parenthood -- Fish Parenting 101: Mom vs. Dad

Fish Parenting 101: Mom vs. Dad

Cichlid parents must learn to work together to protect their young.

Freshwater | Parenthood -- Preview of Parenthood "Freshwater"

Freshwater | Parenthood

Animal parents must overcome freshwater’s constant changes.

Grasslands | Parenthood -- Wasps Feed Live Caterpillars to Young

Wasps Feed Live Caterpillars to Young

Why does a potter wasp seal living caterpillars inside her nest?

Grasslands | Parenthood -- How Crane Parents Defend Their Eggs

How Crane Parents Defend Their Eggs

When danger threatens the nest, these crane parents must stand together.

Grasslands | Parenthood -- Preview of Parenthood "Grasslands"

Grasslands | Parenthood

Animal parents must balance risk and reward to raise their young in grasslands.

Grasslands | Parenthood -- This Pregnant Monkey Is Not Ready (Yet)

This Pregnant Monkey Is Not Ready (Yet)

Even in the wild, no one is born knowing how to be a parent.

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