The Hidden Hunter of the Highlands: Pine Martens

For 13 seasons, one ecologist has meticulously studied the Golden Eagles of Wyoming’s Big Horn Basin, majestic apex predators facing a battle for survival. This documentary follows the critical research required to protect these birds of prey as their ancient hunting grounds are rapidly altered. Learn how changes in the ecosystem, including the fluctuating cottontail rabbit population they depend on, directly impact the eagles’ future. More dangerously, discover the silent, often fatal threat of lead poisoning from discarded hunter ammunition that is decimating these magnificent raptors. From: Golden Eagles: Witnesses to a Changing West Content licensed by Eastern Educational Television Network to Little Dot Studios

From 'Commando: Britain's Ocean Warriors', Season 1, Episode 4: Witness the Royal Marines Mountain Leader course, where only a select few elite commandos are tough enough to earn the coveted green beret. This is the ultimate survival challenge, from the terrifying night climbs on the sheer cliffs of Cornwall to the relentless hunger and evasion in the hostile Scottish Highlands. Finally, the few who make it must pass the final test: a 200km ski and assault mission in the sub-zero temperatures of the Arctic Wilderness. Dive deep into the 9 months that push body and mind past the breaking point. Licensed to Little Dot Studios. WONDER is packed with binge worthy reality documentaries for hours of entertainment. Check out our hub of diverse and empowering stories which explore the extreme side of life!

Deep in the northern region of the Republic of the Congo lies a vast tropical rainforest that holds a surprising secret about modern wildlife conservation. While many believe that national parks are the only safe havens for critically endangered species, this documentary reveals why a staggering 70,000 western lowland gorillas are thriving inside a commercial logging territory. This is the story of a unique pact between humans and nature. At the same time, the film addresses the harsh realities facing the Congo Basin. Armed rangers wage a constant battle against the illegal bushmeat market and high-value elephant poaching networks, while local villages face devastating crop raids by forest elephants. From traditional Baka pygmy communities using ancient medicine trees to modern towns built on sustainable timber jobs, this footage highlights the delicate balance between economic survival and protecting the world's second-largest rainforest.

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.

High above the canopy and deep within the densest forests of Europe lives a group of apex predators perfectly engineered for survival. Birds of prey are the true masters of the skies, possessing specialized evolutionary traits that allow them to rule every habitat on Earth. This documentary tracks the daily battles for survival unfolding in the wilderness. Life in the nest is highly competitive, where hunger can turn siblings against each other and rival predators constantly look for unguarded territory. You will see how these birds use their advanced senses to track nimble prey, defend their offspring from larger threats, and balance the delicate ecosystem. However, these ancient hunters face a new modern enemy, as human expansion, illegal poaching, and modern infrastructure threaten the future of these magnificent sky predators.

This documentary reveals the incredible survival stories of some of the world's most unique animals. See the enormous global effort to save the critically endangered Giant Panda, where loss of the essential bamboo habitat and a difficult reproductive cycle threatens the species' future. Travel next to the Tennessee Aquarium to meet the mysterious Paddlefish, a prehistoric North American fish with a skeleton made of cartilage that has existed for over 100 million years. This ancient filter feeder uses its massive paddle-shaped snout as a high-tech electric antenna to locate microscopic food in the dark. Then, enter the fascinating world of the apex predator, the Komodo Dragon, and the ongoing study of babies born through parthenogenesis, a rare 'virgin birth' that could change how we understand the lizard's biology. Learn why young Komodo dragons must spend their early years hiding high in the trees to escape one of the deadliest threats: adult Komodo Dragons. Finally, meet the resilient Little Blue Penguins overcoming severe challenges and Sam the Otter building an essential bond with his trainer. This is a journey through nature's