September 7, 1992 • 30m
Introductory programme of a seven part series, exploring the evolution of the carnivores as a successful and highly diverse mammalian group.
September 14, 1992 • 30m
Explores the many different members of the cat family and their rise over 40 million years to represent a powerful group of predat...Read more
September 21, 1992 • 30m
Looks at the evolution of the dog family, how as generalists and through group predation they have filled a successful niche within the Carnivora.
September 28, 1992 • 30m
Follows the evolution of the hyaenas within the Carnivora, reveals how they have successfully exploited scavenging strategies, to supplement hunting.
October 5, 1992 • 30m
The rise of bears and raccoons in the Carnivora, exhibit the most diverse feeding patterns of the group: predators, scavenging omn...Read more
October 12, 1992 • 30m
The weasel family - fast, ferociously skillful killers. This is the story of how one family of carnivores opted for smallness as a positive advantage.
October 19, 1992 • 30m
Looks at the development of top carnivores and asks if they are really masters of their world or long term losers? The winners are...Read more