Hunting Pythons: America's Most Deadly Species

The 12 crystal skulls of South America supposedly hide an apocalyptic secret, but is there any truth to this legend? Join a host of experts as they reveal the secrets behind many of this continent's most enduring myths and legends. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits!

This documentary profiles the world's most toxic inhabitants, tracking the precise science behind their lethal strikes. Follow the journey of the legendary rattlesnake across the American continents, and see the invisible stonefish waiting on the ocean floor for an unsuspecting target. Witness the ancient history of the scorpion, an arachnid that survived the dinosaurs, and look closely at the beautiful but fatal warning signs of the blue ringed octopus. In the suburbs, the aggressive Sydney funnel web spider poses a constant threat to humans with fangs strong enough to pierce shoes. Finally, journey into the dry deserts to see the Gila monster, a lizard surrounded by cowboy myths, and encounter the relentless power of a fire ant colony capable of overtaking animals thousands of times their size. Witness the ultimate physical evolutionary traits that make up the real world animal armory.

High in the Swiss Alps, a centuries-old way of life keeps one of the most famous natural landscapes intact. The species-rich mountain meadows of Grisons are not untouched wilderness, but a fragile man-made ecosystem shaped by generations of high-altitude livestock grazing. Without summering sheep and goats, dense forests and invasive alder shrubs would quickly erase this vibrant habitat. Today, traditional mountain farming faces unprecedented pressures. Fewer young locals take on the intense solitude of herding, forcing Swiss farms to rely on migrant shepherds living months at a time 2,000 meters above sea level. From grueling multi-day cattle drives up vertical rock faces to clever zero-waste wool initiatives, this story follows the dedicated people and animals working to save Switzerland's iconic alpine pastures. Experience the harsh beauty, ancient farming traditions, and massive conservation efforts keeping this high-altitude landscape alive.

High in the northern peaks of Upper Italy, a massive geological transformation began twenty thousand years ago. The melting glaciers of the Ice Age carved out deep valleys, leaving behind scars in the terrain that formed spectacular bodies of water. Today, Lake Garda stands as the largest of these watery jewels, showcasing a dramatic contrast where harsh alpine environments meet a warm Mediterranean lifestyle. From the vertical mountain cliffs and treacherous historic roads to the isolated private islands that have stayed in family lines for generations, this landscape holds secrets of both survival and ancient engineering. Millennia of human presence remain etched into the shores, from prehistoric village ruins hiding ancient gold to the massive fortified medieval castles built directly over the water. This is the story of how nature and human ambition shaped Italy's most famous natural wonder.

High on the frozen mountain peaks and deep within the thermal valleys of Yellowstone National Park, survival is a daily battle. This legendary wilderness is home to some of the most resilient predators on earth, including Bear 211, famously known to locals as Scarface. Over twenty years old and carrying the battle scars of a lifetime spent fighting for food, territory, and survival, this old warrior shows us what it truly takes to rule the northern range. Watch how mother grizzlies fiercely protect their cubs from relentless wolf attacks, and see massive heavyweights clash like sumo wrestlers in violent duels for total dominance over the valley’s precious resources.

This gripping documentary follows a former hunting guide who walked away from a lucrative trophy hunting business after a profound crisis of conscience. For 45 years, he traveled into the most remote wilderness areas of Western Canada to learn the true nature of grizzly bears. By using a revolutionary approach based on mutual respect and dominance hierarchy, he proved that humans and apex predators can peacefully share the landscape. From intense bluff charges to rare underwater swimming footage, this film dismantles the dangerous myths surrounding these highly intelligent creatures and showcases a lifelong mission to replace conflict with true coexistence.