The World's LARGEST Bugs: Prehistoric & Present Day Giants

Explore the fascinating history of Hardwick Hall, an architectural marvel built by the ambitious and powerful Bess of Hardwick. Journey through her rise from modest beginnings to becoming one of the most influential women in Elizabethan England. With exclusive behind-the-scenes access, uncover secrets of hidden stairways, royal connections, and the vast estate she commanded. This documentary offers a rare look into one of Britain’s most remarkable landmarks. Secrets of Historic Britain S02 Compilation History obsessed? Dive into Banijay History’s latest videos for your fix of the most captivating tales from the past. Your next historical adventure awaits! 🏰📜 Join Alan Titchmarsh and passionate celebrities in 'Secrets of Historic Britain' for an unprecedented journey behind the National Trust's iconic heritage sites. Discover treasures, untold stories, and the extraordinary effort to preserve Britain's heritage, from majestic estates to awe-inspiring landscapes. A memorable exploration of Britain's finest historical wonders. Explore our playlists for a deeper dive into the Secrets of Historic Britain and beyond, revealing the untold stories and marvels of history's landscape! Welcome to Banijay History, the ultimate destination for history buffs

Dive into the hidden world of New Zealand and Australia’s most extraordinary wildlife. From the depths of the Kaikōura Canyon to the remote reaches of Little Barrier Island, scientists uncover how isolation, seismic activity, and ancient geology have shaped unique ecosystems and remarkable creatures. Discover how sperm whales signal the health of marine environments, how tannin-darkened waters in Fiordland bring deep-sea life to the surface, and how fossils reveal the rise and fall of ancient ocean giants. Explore Australia's northern waters, where sawfish and saltwater crocodiles still roam, and venture into the caves of Naracoorte to meet long-extinct marsupial lions. Witness the intelligence of orcas and their potential role in outcompeting once-dominant predators like megalodon. Finally, follow the incredible life journey of the longfin eel, a freshwater predator whose mysterious spawning journey spans thousands of kilometers. From: Modern Dinosaurs Content licensed by ZDF Enterprises GmbH to Little Dot Studios

The Borneo rainforest is a place where time stands still, but for the Sumatran rhino, time is running out. Expert tracker Ian Maxwell journeys into one of the most hostile environments on the planet to find an animal so rare that even the experts haven't seen one in years. With fewer than 50 of these hairy, prehistoric giants left in Borneo, the team uses high-tech camera traps and traditional tracking skills to find any sign of life. From discovering active mud wallows to uncovering rare DNA samples, this story captures the intensity of modern conservation and the emotional struggle to save a species from the brink of extinction. Experience the reality of life in the deep jungle where the line between success and failure is as thin as the tracks left in the rain-soaked earth.

Crocodiles are an ancient species that walked the Earth over 240 million years ago, surviving every major extinction event including the one that wiped out the dinosaurs. Join us as we track the most formidable members of the family Crocodilia, from the highly aggressive Nile Crocodile of Africa to the massive Saltwater Crocodile of Australia, the largest living reptile on the planet, capable of reaching over 7 meters. See their perfect hunting strategy in action: the silent, submerged stalk, the explosive ambush, and the infamous 'death roll' used to subdue prey. We also look at their smaller, but equally deadly, cousins like the deadly Cuban Crocodile, known to hunt in cooperative packs. From: Life in the Animal Kingdom Content licensed by Big Media to Little Dot Studios

Explore New Zealand's extraordinary wildlife and geological history. Modern Dinosaurs takes viewers on a journey through ancient forests, active volcanoes, and remote valleys, showcasing the unique adaptations of animals like the kiwi, tuatara, kakapo, and geckos. It highlights New Zealand’s role as an evolutionary laboratory, shaped by isolation, natural disasters, and time. Scientists and conservationists share insights into extinct species like the moa and dinosaur-era fossils, while also focusing on efforts to save endangered species. From: Modern Dinosaurs Content licensed by ZDF Studios GmbH to Little Dot Studios

Get ready to meet some of the world's most unbelievable beasts! This show explores the lives of extraordinary creatures, including Australia's invasive cane toad and the fierce Tasmanian devil. Meet the star-nosed mole, the fastest feeder among mammals, and the frill-neck lizard. Witness the Goliath bird-eater tarantula, the largest spider on Earth, and explore the hidden world of the giant beachworm. This video showcases nature's animal oddities, revealing their incredible adaptations and survival challenges. From: Unbelievable Beasts Content licensed by Hoff Productions to Little Dot Studios