OMG Nature

Journey beneath the waves of one of the planet’s greatest natural wonders in this episode of Australia’s Wild Moments. The Great Barrier Reef is the largest living structure on Earth, an extraordinary underwater world built by tiny coral polyps and home to thousands of species. From the remarkable green sea turtles returning to Raine Island to nest, to giant clams, coral spawning and some of Australia’s most formidable jellyfish, discover the wildlife that depends on this vast and complex ecosystem. But life on the reef is changing. Rising ocean temperatures, coral bleaching, pollution and crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks are putting increasing pressure on its delicate balance. We meet the scientists, conservationists and communities working to understand these threats and protect the animals that call the reef home. From efforts to improve nesting success for green sea turtles to innovative reef restoration projects that are bringing coral and marine life back to damaged areas, this episode explores both the challenges facing the Great Barrier Reef and the remarkable work offering hope for its future. Experience the beauty, resilience and unforgettable wild moments

Get ready for another action-packed episode of Animal 24:7, following the dedicated professionals who work around the clock to protect animals and the public. In East London, dangerous dogs officer Tina Delaney investigates reports of illegal Pit Bull-type dogs. Tensions rise as one suspect escapes police, another dog is seized in a busy park, and an emotional family faces an uncertain future when their beloved pet is taken away for assessment under the Dangerous Dogs Act. Later, a surprise court decision leads to an unforgettable reunion. Meanwhile, in the stunning Lake District, country vet Andrew Robinson races against time to save a cow suffering from life-threatening milk fever before tackling a difficult midnight birth where an unborn calf is trapped upside down. Plus, join the RSPCA as they rescue a frightened roe deer trapped in a suburban garden, and watch Andrew perform a delicate hoof operation on a sedated zebra at a wildlife park. From dramatic rescues and emotional reunions to life-or-death veterinary emergencies, this episode showcases the extraordinary work of the people who dedicate their lives to helping animals

Australia’s vast interior is a land shaped by extremes—where punishing drought can give way to flooding rains, transforming dry salt pans and cracked earth into thriving wetlands. In this episode of Australia’s Wild Moments, discover how kangaroos, emus, budgerigars and pelicans have adapted to the continent’s dramatic boom-and-bust cycle. Witness the remarkable renewal of Kati Thanda–Lake Eyre, follow legendary drovers moving thousands of cattle through drought-stricken country, and meet the rescuers helping wildlife caught in devastating floods. But abundance brings challenges of its own. From vast mouse plagues and crop-raiding cockatoos to the complex debate surrounding kangaroo populations, this episode explores the delicate relationship between wildlife, agriculture and the Australian landscape. As climate change makes droughts longer, rainfall less reliable and extreme events more intense, protecting Australia’s extraordinary plants, animals and waterways has never been more important.

Australia’s wildlife is fighting for survival against some unexpected enemies. From poisonous cane toads and feral cats to wild horses trampling fragile alpine habitats, introduced animals have transformed the continent—and left its native species facing devastating consequences. In this episode of Australia’s Wild Moments, discover the fierce debate surrounding dingoes, the tragic fate of the Tasmanian tiger, and the spread of cane toads across some of the country’s most spectacular wilderness. As farmers, conservationists and animal advocates clash, protecting Australia’s unique wildlife raises difficult questions about which animals belong and how their numbers should be controlled. But there is hope. Predator-free sanctuaries are helping bilbies and other threatened mammals return, restoring entire ecosystems along the way. Explore the battle to protect Australia’s natural wonders—and the people determined to give its native animals a fighting chance.

Australia’s waters are home to some of the planet’s most extraordinary giants. From great white and tiger sharks to migrating humpback whales, mysterious manta rays and powerful saltwater crocodiles, this episode explores the remarkable animals that rule the country’s coastlines, reefs and waterways. Scientists investigate the medical potential hidden within stingray venom, track the secret movements of sharks and study the spectacular recovery of Australia’s humpback whales after decades of commercial hunting. We also encounter curious dwarf minke whales on the Great Barrier Reef and examine the difficult relationship between humans and saltwater crocodiles. Through groundbreaking research, dramatic close encounters and inspiring conservation success stories, discover how Australians are learning to live alongside nature’s most powerful creatures while protecting them for future generations.

Australia’s extraordinary wildlife has adapted to some of the most powerful forces on Earth—but as the climate changes, those forces are becoming increasingly destructive. This episode of Australia’s Wild Moments explores the devastating impact of bushfires on koalas, the destruction caused by tropical cyclones, and the growing pressure on the Great Barrier Reef. It also journeys south to Antarctica, where melting ice and changing conditions threaten penguins, seals and migrating whales. From wildlife rescuers and detection dogs searching fire-ravaged forests to scientists protecting fragile ecosystems, discover the remarkable efforts being made to safeguard Australia’s natural world. Can traditional fire management, conservation and global cooperation help protect these vulnerable species before it’s too late?