S1 E5 ∙ Deserts ∙
David Attenborough reveals how animals survive without water in the extreme temperatures of deserts, which make up a third of the Earth's land surface.
All episodes for series 1 of Planet Earth
S1 E1 · From Pole to Pole
Following the sun's seasonal journey and how it affects the lives of all creatures.
S1 E2 · Mountains
A look at mountains, from their origins at earth's lowest places to the summit of Everest.
S1 E3 · Freshwater
Following the descent of the planet's mightiest rivers from their sources to the sea.
S1 E5 · Deserts
A look at earth's most spectacular deserts, revealing the secrets behind desert survival.
Birds of Paradise
Description: A team of New Guinean naturalists film birds of paradise in the heart of the rainforest.; Category: [object Object]; 1 episode available.
Attenborough's Natural Curiosities
Description: Documentary series in which the eminent naturalist explores unusual evolutionary quirks.; Category: [object Object]; 27 episodes available.
Lost Land of the Volcano
Description: An international team of scientists, cavers and wildlife filmmakers explore New Guinea.; Category: [object Object]; 3 episodes available.
Life
Description: David Attenborough looks at the extraordinary ends to which animals and plants go in order to survive.; Category: [object Object]; 10 episodes available.
In Search Of The Snow Gods
Description: A team of scientists scale the heights on one of Africa's few snow-topped mountain ranges.; Category: [object Object]; 1 episode available.
Wild Colombia with Nigel Marven
Description: Nigel journeys through Colombia visiting major wildlife habitats from Andes to Amazon.; Category: [object Object]; 4 episodes available.
Frozen Planet
Description: David Attenborough journeys to the poles to investigate the impact of rising temperatures.; Category: [object Object]; 6 episodes available.
The Hidden River
Description: A team explores the lost and mysterious world of the the Essequibo River.; Category: [object Object]; 3 episodes available.
Operation Arctic with Simon Reeve
Description: Kate Humble, Simon Reeve and Gordon Buchanan travel to the Arctic to study polar bears.; Category: [object Object]; 4 episodes available.
Africa From Above
Description: Take to the skies to discover a fresh perspective of the continent.; Category: [object Object]; 10 episodes available.
Rescued Chimpanzees of the Congo With Jane Goodall
Description: Follow Dr Jane Goodall's journey to create the largest chimpanzee sanctuary in Africa.; Category: [object Object]; 5 episodes available.
