Lions and cheetahs and chimps, oh my: a spotlight on Africa's diverse wildlife
Summary
National Geographic released a new documentary series called *Africa: Earth’s Wild Home* that shows different animals and natural environments across Africa. The seven-part series took four years to film in nearly 30 countries, highlighting wildlife, ecosystems, and conservation efforts.Key Facts
- The series covers various African habitats such as jungles, deserts, plains, mountains, and islands.
- It took four years to make and involved filming in about 30 African countries.
- The show features unique animal behavior, like chimps using tools to fish for algae and a male hyena learning a new way to catch flamingos.
- The rare black rain frog makes its TV debut, noted for its unusual look and mating call.
- Conservation leaders and scientists working to protect Africa’s biodiversity are featured in the final episode.
- Actress Wunmi Mosaku, who is of Nigerian origin, narrates the series.
- Drone technology and robotic arms were used to capture special camera angles and footage.
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