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(BIRDS CHIRPING)
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Animals have taken to the air
in ways we can only dream of.
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Animals have taken to the air
in ways we can only dream of.
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(DRAMATIC MUSIC)
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And conquered the skies.
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And conquered the skies.
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With determination and courage,
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they've dared to defy gravity...
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they've dared to defy gravity...
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(ANIMALS CALLING)
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..opening up a whole new world
of opportunity
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..opening up a whole new world
of opportunity
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..and danger.
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(GRAND THEME MUSIC)
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(GRAND THEME MUSIC)
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(HUMMINGBIRDS TICK)
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Whether it's to find food...
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Whether it's to find food...
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(BIRDS CHITTER)
..escape enemies...
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or forge new paths...
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..every flying creature hopes to gain
the advantage by reaching skyward.
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..every flying creature hopes to gain
the advantage by reaching skyward.
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(BIRD CHIRPS)
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Especially...when it comes
to the mating game.
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Especially...when it comes
to the mating game.
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Some have extraordinary
tactics to seduce a partner.
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Others put on a show to outshine
rivals.
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Others put on a show to outshine
rivals.
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(BIRDS CHIRP)
And a few must fight for love.
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Taking to the air lifts
romance to a whole new level...
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..thanks to the ultimate superpower.
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(BIRDS CHIRPING)
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(BIRDS TWEETING)
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(BIRDS TWEETING)
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(ANIMALS CALLING)
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The journey to finding a mate often
starts with making yourself
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The journey to finding a mate often
starts with making yourself
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as attractive as possible.
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In the dry tropical
forests of Jalisco, Mexico,
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In the dry tropical
forests of Jalisco, Mexico,
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a tiny creature is on a mission
to make himself irresistible.
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(BEE BUZZES)
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This solitary orchid bee
is a master perfumier.
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Thanks to his incredible flight
endurance,
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he's been travelling 20km a day,
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using his antennae
to pick up specific scents
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using his antennae
to pick up specific scents
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from across the forest.
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He's creating a complex cologne
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he hopes females won't be able
to resist.
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But he still has three elusive
ingredients to find.
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But he still has three elusive
ingredients to find.
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After hours of searching...
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..a small fungus.
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..a small fungus.
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This earthy scent will make him
highly desirable.
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This earthy scent will make him
highly desirable.
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Using hairs on his front legs,
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Using hairs on his front legs,
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he sweeps up a few droplets of oil.
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And transfers them to hollow chambers
on his back legs for storage.
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And transfers them to hollow chambers
on his back legs for storage.
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No time to rest,
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No time to rest,
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he's back on the scent trail.
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(BIRDS CHIRPING)
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The resin of this tree provides
an enticing woody aroma.
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The resin of this tree provides
an enticing woody aroma.
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But he still needs to find
the rarest ingredient of all.
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But he still needs to find
the rarest ingredient of all.
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Deep in the forest...
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..Stanhopea orchids are flowering.
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They have the most seductive scent
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but bloom for only a few days.
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but bloom for only a few days.
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Jackpot!
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He must act quickly
before other males arrive.
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He must act quickly
before other males arrive.
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Too late!
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Too late!
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The intoxicating bouquet
draws in rivals from every direction.
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The intoxicating bouquet
draws in rivals from every direction.
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He can't get a look in.
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As they fight amongst themselves...
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..he homes in on another scent trail.
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..he homes in on another scent trail.
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An orchid all to himself.
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It takes all of his strength
to climb into the waxy chamber.
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It takes all of his strength
to climb into the waxy chamber.
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But it's worth it.
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To him, these scented oils...
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To him, these scented oils...
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..are liquid gold.
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It's not quite enough,
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he must find
more to complete his cologne.
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he must find
more to complete his cologne.
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But before he can leave,
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this orchid
wants some pay back for his visit.
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The slippery surface has forced him
into its tight grip.
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As he struggles free...
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a pollen pack is glued to his back.
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a pollen pack is glued to his back.
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He's become
the orchid's personal courier...
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..ready to fly the pollen
to the next flower.
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..ready to fly the pollen
to the next flower.
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For he's not the only one
looking to reproduce.
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With his perfume complete...
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..his marathon mission is over.
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..his marathon mission is over.
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Now he can advertise
his presence through the air.
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He positions himself upwind.
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He positions himself upwind.
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And uses the breeze
to waft his complex fragrance
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across the vast forest.
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across the vast forest.
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He'll release his scent for weeks...
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..and if he's lucky,
somewhere in the wilderness,
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a female will answer his call.
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Drawing attention to yourself using
the air is a clever strategy.
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And even more remarkable when the
crowd you want to stand out from...
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..is beneath the ocean.
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..is beneath the ocean.
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The coastal waters
of the Baja California Peninsula.
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Each year, Munk Mobula rays
come here in their thousands.
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Each year, Munk Mobula rays
come here in their thousands.
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With their wing-like fins,
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they fly through the water
like a flock of birds.
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they fly through the water
like a flock of birds.
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This is one of the largest
gatherings of rays in the world.
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And one of the best
opportunities to find a mate.
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And one of the best
opportunities to find a mate.
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This female
needs to make an impression.
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So, she's going to do
something remarkable.
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So, she's going to do
something remarkable.
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The impact of her one-metre wingspan
on the water
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The impact of her one-metre wingspan
on the water
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creates sound waves
beneath the surface...
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(HIGH-PITCH RINGING)
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..signalling her presence
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and triggering a chain
reaction across the school.
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She senses the males' vibrations...
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..as they try to jump the highest...
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..as they try to jump the highest...
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..to advertise their strength.
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But these aerial flirtations have
attracted unwanted attention.
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Orcas.
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This pod can hear the splashing.
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(ORCA WHISTLE)
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And
they specialise in hunting Mobula.
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And
they specialise in hunting Mobula.
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The orcas close in,
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The orcas close in,
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surrounding the school
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and sending the rays into a frenzy.
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As the Mobulas scatter,
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the orcas herd a small group
into a tight pack.
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the orcas herd a small group
into a tight pack.
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(ORCAS WHISTLING)
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(ORCA WHISTLES)
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The rays are easy pickings.
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(ORCAS WHISTLING)
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With the orcas gone...
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the female's instinct...
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drives her
to take to the air once more.
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drives her
to take to the air once more.
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And it pays off!
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And it pays off!
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She's attracted the attention
of many males.
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She swiftly changes course,
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creating a courtship train
to judge their physical prowess.
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They drop off one by one...
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..until
only the fittest suitor remains.
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..until
only the fittest suitor remains.
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She'll continue to test him
for hours...
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She'll continue to test him
for hours...
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..with the ultimate reward...
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the chance to mate with one
of the strongest males...
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..in the school.
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..in the school.
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(BIRDS SQUAWKING)
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By getting airborne,
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this fearless female has
succeeded in making a splash.
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this fearless female has
succeeded in making a splash.
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(BIRDS CHIRPING AND ANIMALS CALL)
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(BIRDS CHIRPING AND ANIMALS CALL)
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As night falls,
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flight helps some creatures
advertise their presence
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in an illuminating way.
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in an illuminating way.
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On a few nights in spring,
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the forests of the southern
United States begin to stir.
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the forests of the southern
United States begin to stir.
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(INSECTS CHIRPING)
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For this male firefly,
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For this male firefly,
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it's the most important
night of his life.
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He's a Big Dipper firefly
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and has spent the first two
years of life underground.
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Now, newly hatched as a fully
mature adult,
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the time has come to scout
for a mate.
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To attract females,
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he produces a chemical reaction
inside his abdomen...
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he produces a chemical reaction
inside his abdomen...
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..sending out bioluminescent pulses
of light.
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It's his language of love.
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The brighter the flash,
the more appealing he will seem.
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Deep in the vegetation,
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females are watching and waiting.
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They will only flash back
if they like what they see.
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To get noticed,
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To get noticed,
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he must take to the air...
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..with wings
he's never used before.
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..with wings
he's never used before.
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(WINGS FLUTTER)
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(WINGS FLUTTER)
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His lantern produces a
flash pattern,
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unique to his species.
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Slowing it down reveals a flick of
light that resembles a "J"...
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Slowing it down reveals a flick of
light that resembles a "J"...
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..letting the females know
he's one of them
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..letting the females know
he's one of them
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and ready to mate.
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Thousands of other hopeful
males join him in flight.
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Thousands of other hopeful
males join him in flight.
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To be in with a chance of mating,
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they all need to put on the show
of a lifetime.
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they all need to put on the show
of a lifetime.
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This aerial phenomenon is one
of the most magical mating displays
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This aerial phenomenon is one
of the most magical mating displays
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in the animal kingdom.
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A flash from a female.
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But it's not for him.
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She's called in another male
close by.
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With so much competition,
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it's difficult to get noticed.
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But by venturing into the darkest
corners of the forest...
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But by venturing into the darkest
corners of the forest...
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..his light becomes more striking.
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In the darkness...
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an enticing flash catches his eye.
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He answers.
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A female, and she seems interested.
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But things aren't quite
what they seem.
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She's a different species
of firefly...
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She's a different species
of firefly...
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..a femme fatale.
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A cunning copycat.
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She's evolved
to mimic a female of his species.
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He hasn't got a clue...
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(TENSE MUSIC)
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..that it's
a dinner date she's after...
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..that it's
a dinner date she's after...
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..and he is on the menu.
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His body contains compounds.
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His body contains compounds.
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00:18:00,240 --> 00:18:02,160
(FLESH SQUELCHING)
258
00:18:02,200 --> 00:18:05,160
Ingesting them will make her
repellent to predators.
259
00:18:14,400 --> 00:18:16,000
His demise ensures HER survival.
260
00:18:16,000 --> 00:18:19,080
His demise ensures HER survival.
261
00:18:22,120 --> 00:18:23,880
His first date...
262
00:18:25,040 --> 00:18:26,760
..is his last.
263
00:18:27,640 --> 00:18:29,680
(OWL HOOTS)
(INSECTS CHIRP)
264
00:18:29,720 --> 00:18:32,000
His life may have been cut short,
265
00:18:32,000 --> 00:18:32,320
His life may have been cut short,
266
00:18:32,360 --> 00:18:36,760
but thousands of other males
continue to take flight
267
00:18:36,800 --> 00:18:39,240
to find their perfect match.
268
00:18:42,280 --> 00:18:44,560
(BIRD TWEETING)
269
00:18:44,600 --> 00:18:46,800
For one aerial creature,
270
00:18:46,840 --> 00:18:48,000
seduction is all about
looking your best
271
00:18:48,000 --> 00:18:50,000
seduction is all about
looking your best
272
00:18:50,040 --> 00:18:53,880
and jumping at the chance to dazzle.
273
00:18:53,920 --> 00:18:56,000
(WATER BUFFALO SNORTING)
274
00:18:56,000 --> 00:18:56,400
(WATER BUFFALO SNORTING)
275
00:18:56,440 --> 00:18:58,440
In the grasslands of Kenya...
276
00:18:59,800 --> 00:19:02,560
..Jackson's widowbirds
are arriving...
277
00:19:03,640 --> 00:19:04,000
..with only one thing on their mind..
278
00:19:04,000 --> 00:19:06,080
..with only one thing on their mind..
279
00:19:06,120 --> 00:19:08,560
(BIRDS CHIRPING)
280
00:19:09,840 --> 00:19:12,000
..pairing up for the mating season.
281
00:19:12,000 --> 00:19:13,480
..pairing up for the mating season.
282
00:19:15,000 --> 00:19:17,040
(ELEPHANT GROANS)
283
00:19:20,680 --> 00:19:24,520
It will be this young male's
first attempt at wooing.
284
00:19:27,320 --> 00:19:28,000
Over the last few months,
285
00:19:28,000 --> 00:19:29,640
Over the last few months,
286
00:19:29,680 --> 00:19:35,320
he has transformed his dull brown
plumage into a shining black suit.
287
00:19:36,760 --> 00:19:39,240
Including brand new tail feathers...
288
00:19:40,320 --> 00:19:42,920
..as long as his body.
289
00:19:44,920 --> 00:19:47,640
Just what the females
are looking for.
290
00:19:52,280 --> 00:19:54,680
But to win a girl
in the tall grass...
291
00:19:54,720 --> 00:19:56,560
(JACKSON WIDOWBIRD CHIRPS)
292
00:19:56,600 --> 00:19:59,560
..he'll need to showcase
his feathered finery...
293
00:20:02,360 --> 00:20:05,320
..with some smooth aerial moves.
294
00:20:08,720 --> 00:20:10,920
(JACKSON WIDOWBIRD CALLING)
295
00:20:16,120 --> 00:20:18,240
A female.
296
00:20:18,280 --> 00:20:21,640
He tries to get noticed...
297
00:20:23,480 --> 00:20:24,000
..but barely gets 10cm
off the ground.
298
00:20:24,000 --> 00:20:26,720
..but barely gets 10cm
off the ground.
299
00:20:28,960 --> 00:20:30,920
Her gaze is drawn...
300
00:20:32,440 --> 00:20:34,880
..to a handsome high jumper.
301
00:20:34,920 --> 00:20:37,720
(JACKSON WIDOWBIRD CALLING)
302
00:20:42,240 --> 00:20:44,040
The novice is struggling.
303
00:20:45,360 --> 00:20:48,000
His new tail
feathers create a lot of drag.
304
00:20:48,000 --> 00:20:48,720
His new tail
feathers create a lot of drag.
305
00:20:51,640 --> 00:20:55,440
Thankfully, it's not just
the outfit that wins over mates.
306
00:20:56,680 --> 00:20:59,280
(JACKSON WIDOWBIRD CALLING)
307
00:21:04,440 --> 00:21:08,840
Females
prefer males with a lot of...energy.
308
00:21:12,120 --> 00:21:14,120
He's nothing if not tenacious!
309
00:21:29,280 --> 00:21:31,080
He's rejected.
310
00:21:32,040 --> 00:21:33,760
To be a contender,
311
00:21:33,800 --> 00:21:36,000
he must gather all of his strength.
312
00:21:36,000 --> 00:21:36,280
he must gather all of his strength.
313
00:21:37,280 --> 00:21:39,560
He generates power with his legs,
314
00:21:39,600 --> 00:21:41,800
propelling him into the air.
315
00:21:43,400 --> 00:21:44,000
By beating his wings...
(JACKSON WIDOWBIRD CALLING)
316
00:21:44,000 --> 00:21:45,880
By beating his wings...
(JACKSON WIDOWBIRD CALLING)
317
00:21:45,920 --> 00:21:49,000
..he lifts himself higher.
318
00:21:55,480 --> 00:21:57,200
Finally,
319
00:21:57,240 --> 00:21:59,440
he reaches one metre.
320
00:22:01,880 --> 00:22:04,320
(CALLING CONTINUES)
321
00:22:04,360 --> 00:22:07,440
And has piqued
the interest of another female.
322
00:22:13,920 --> 00:22:16,000
Now he needs to convince her
he's a real catch!
323
00:22:16,000 --> 00:22:17,640
Now he needs to convince her
he's a real catch!
324
00:22:20,120 --> 00:22:21,840
(JACKSON WIDOWBIRD CHIRPING)
325
00:22:21,880 --> 00:22:23,760
With his puffed out plumage,
326
00:22:23,800 --> 00:22:24,000
he attempts to seduce her
with a vigorous dance.
327
00:22:24,000 --> 00:22:27,560
he attempts to seduce her
with a vigorous dance.
328
00:22:32,080 --> 00:22:33,800
If she likes him,
329
00:22:33,840 --> 00:22:36,080
she'll quiver with excitement.
330
00:22:46,000 --> 00:22:48,000
And for the finale,
331
00:22:48,000 --> 00:22:48,200
And for the finale,
332
00:22:48,240 --> 00:22:51,560
he fans out
his fabulous tail feathers.
333
00:22:54,320 --> 00:22:56,000
(FEMALE CHITTERS)
334
00:22:56,000 --> 00:22:56,240
(FEMALE CHITTERS)
335
00:22:57,320 --> 00:22:59,840
Success!
336
00:22:59,880 --> 00:23:02,520
(JACKSON WIDOWBIRD TWITTERING)
337
00:23:14,400 --> 00:23:17,000
It may have been a brief encounter...
338
00:23:19,400 --> 00:23:20,000
..but this rookie Romeo
has started his legacy
339
00:23:20,000 --> 00:23:23,280
..but this rookie Romeo
has started his legacy
340
00:23:23,320 --> 00:23:26,640
of bouncing birds on the savanna.
341
00:23:26,680 --> 00:23:28,000
(BIRDS CHIRPING)
342
00:23:28,000 --> 00:23:28,600
(BIRDS CHIRPING)
343
00:23:32,605 --> 00:23:35,000
(ANIMALS CHIRPING AND CALLING)
344
00:23:37,440 --> 00:23:40,600
Taking to the air to attract a mate
is one thing...
345
00:23:40,640 --> 00:23:43,280
(BIRDS TWITTERING)
346
00:23:44,400 --> 00:23:46,320
..but competing to keep them
347
00:23:46,360 --> 00:23:51,360
requires a whole other level
of aerial expertise.
348
00:23:54,680 --> 00:23:57,520
(ANIMAL CALLING)
349
00:23:57,560 --> 00:24:00,000
The rainforests of Borneo.
350
00:24:00,000 --> 00:24:00,120
The rainforests of Borneo.
351
00:24:03,960 --> 00:24:08,000
The canopy is home to a tiny creature
that hasn't set foot on the ground
352
00:24:08,000 --> 00:24:08,760
The canopy is home to a tiny creature
that hasn't set foot on the ground
353
00:24:08,800 --> 00:24:11,080
since the day he was born.
354
00:24:18,160 --> 00:24:20,120
This arboreal reptile,
355
00:24:20,160 --> 00:24:21,880
no longer than a pencil...
356
00:24:22,960 --> 00:24:24,000
..is a Draco lizard.
357
00:24:24,000 --> 00:24:24,840
..is a Draco lizard.
358
00:24:26,840 --> 00:24:31,000
For his size, his territory is huge.
359
00:24:31,040 --> 00:24:32,000
Spanning three ancient trees,
360
00:24:32,000 --> 00:24:34,440
Spanning three ancient trees,
361
00:24:34,480 --> 00:24:36,600
each 60 metres high,
362
00:24:36,640 --> 00:24:39,440
it's the envy of his neighbours.
363
00:24:41,360 --> 00:24:44,000
Rival males would like to overthrow
him,
364
00:24:44,040 --> 00:24:47,400
as he shares his home
with several females...
365
00:24:48,480 --> 00:24:51,160
..who will mate
with whoever's in charge.
366
00:24:53,080 --> 00:24:55,400
He's king of the canopy,
367
00:24:55,440 --> 00:24:56,000
but to keep his crown,
368
00:24:56,000 --> 00:24:57,440
but to keep his crown,
369
00:24:57,480 --> 00:24:59,680
he must constantly patrol,
370
00:24:59,720 --> 00:25:01,960
checking in with the females
371
00:25:02,000 --> 00:25:03,800
and keeping intruders out.
372
00:25:05,560 --> 00:25:09,880
Traversing the treeline on foot
would waste time and energy...
373
00:25:12,560 --> 00:25:16,480
..so he has evolved a special
aerial adaptation.
374
00:25:29,080 --> 00:25:33,960
A cape that is supported
by his extended rib cage,
375
00:25:34,000 --> 00:25:36,000
creating a wingsuit...
376
00:25:37,720 --> 00:25:40,720
..enabling him
to glide to his next tree,
377
00:25:41,920 --> 00:25:44,000
..eight metres away.
378
00:25:44,000 --> 00:25:44,440
..eight metres away.
379
00:25:48,720 --> 00:25:50,760
By using his tail as a rudder,
380
00:25:50,800 --> 00:25:52,000
he steers through the forest.
381
00:25:52,000 --> 00:25:53,080
he steers through the forest.
382
00:25:57,160 --> 00:25:59,400
And by subtly changing position,
383
00:25:59,440 --> 00:26:00,000
his cape creates drag,
384
00:26:00,000 --> 00:26:01,640
his cape creates drag,
385
00:26:01,680 --> 00:26:05,640
slowing him
down for the perfect landing.
386
00:26:09,280 --> 00:26:13,600
His impressive flight
skills don't go unnoticed.
387
00:26:16,320 --> 00:26:18,840
But with more females to visit...
388
00:26:19,760 --> 00:26:21,760
..he can't hang around.
389
00:26:25,240 --> 00:26:27,240
(CURIOUS MUSIC)
390
00:26:31,200 --> 00:26:32,000
He spots another.
391
00:26:32,000 --> 00:26:32,720
He spots another.
392
00:26:38,320 --> 00:26:39,960
And another.
393
00:26:42,480 --> 00:26:44,520
His prospects are looking good.
394
00:26:48,200 --> 00:26:49,880
The more females in his territory,
395
00:26:49,920 --> 00:26:53,000
the greater the chance
he has to mate.
396
00:26:55,400 --> 00:26:56,000
But they're not quite
ready for his advances.
397
00:26:56,000 --> 00:26:58,320
But they're not quite
ready for his advances.
398
00:27:01,240 --> 00:27:03,000
While he waits,
399
00:27:03,040 --> 00:27:04,000
he must always be on guard,
400
00:27:04,000 --> 00:27:04,880
he must always be on guard,
401
00:27:04,920 --> 00:27:08,520
watching out for other males
looking to claim his throne.
402
00:27:11,120 --> 00:27:12,000
A trespasser!
403
00:27:12,000 --> 00:27:13,080
A trespasser!
404
00:27:15,320 --> 00:27:18,480
The interloper
reveals his yellow dewlap.
405
00:27:19,600 --> 00:27:20,000
A challenge.
406
00:27:20,000 --> 00:27:22,080
A challenge.
407
00:27:22,120 --> 00:27:24,960
This cannot be tolerated.
408
00:27:25,840 --> 00:27:27,800
He warns him off.
409
00:27:28,760 --> 00:27:31,920
But the hot headed intruder
won't back down.
410
00:27:33,520 --> 00:27:35,880
The king keeps his cool,
411
00:27:35,920 --> 00:27:36,000
but the rival gives him no choice.
412
00:27:36,000 --> 00:27:38,600
but the rival gives him no choice.
413
00:27:40,440 --> 00:27:43,160
He must defend his mating rights.
414
00:27:47,680 --> 00:27:49,880
It's fight or flight.
415
00:27:52,040 --> 00:27:53,880
He chases...
416
00:27:57,120 --> 00:28:00,000
..forcing
the intruder to take to the air.
417
00:28:00,000 --> 00:28:00,400
..forcing
the intruder to take to the air.
418
00:28:13,200 --> 00:28:15,600
On the edge of his territory,
419
00:28:15,640 --> 00:28:16,000
the rival hesitates.
420
00:28:16,000 --> 00:28:17,360
the rival hesitates.
421
00:28:18,280 --> 00:28:21,360
The king shows
a final display of aggression.
422
00:28:27,440 --> 00:28:29,600
Defeated...
423
00:28:30,520 --> 00:28:32,000
..the challenger flees.
424
00:28:32,000 --> 00:28:32,440
..the challenger flees.
425
00:28:34,280 --> 00:28:36,480
With his incredible wingsuit,
426
00:28:36,520 --> 00:28:39,040
he's defended his kingdom,
427
00:28:39,080 --> 00:28:40,000
ensuring his consorts
will only have eyes for him.
428
00:28:40,000 --> 00:28:44,320
ensuring his consorts
will only have eyes for him.
429
00:28:46,960 --> 00:28:48,000
Fighting off one rival is tough...
430
00:28:48,000 --> 00:28:49,840
Fighting off one rival is tough...
431
00:28:50,960 --> 00:28:52,960
..but when you're faced with many,
432
00:28:53,000 --> 00:28:55,880
only superior airpower will do.
433
00:29:02,080 --> 00:29:04,000
Isla Contoy, Mexico.
434
00:29:04,000 --> 00:29:05,160
Isla Contoy, Mexico.
435
00:29:07,280 --> 00:29:11,560
This secluded island is a safe
haven for travellers.
436
00:29:14,000 --> 00:29:16,720
For this magnificent frigate bird,
437
00:29:16,760 --> 00:29:19,120
flight is a breeze.
438
00:29:19,160 --> 00:29:20,000
(MAGNIFICENT FRIGATE BIRD SHRILLS)
439
00:29:20,000 --> 00:29:21,840
(MAGNIFICENT FRIGATE BIRD SHRILLS)
440
00:29:21,880 --> 00:29:25,440
Her exceptionally large wings
have kept her aloft
441
00:29:25,480 --> 00:29:28,000
as she's cruised
the Caribbean in search of food.
442
00:29:28,000 --> 00:29:28,720
as she's cruised
the Caribbean in search of food.
443
00:29:33,240 --> 00:29:35,720
She is amongst thousands...
444
00:29:35,760 --> 00:29:36,000
..all here for one purpose...
445
00:29:36,000 --> 00:29:37,920
..all here for one purpose...
446
00:29:37,960 --> 00:29:39,680
(ALL SQUAWKING)
447
00:29:39,720 --> 00:29:42,360
..to find the perfect partner.
448
00:29:49,560 --> 00:29:52,000
The island
makes the most romantic setting.
449
00:29:52,000 --> 00:29:53,000
The island
makes the most romantic setting.
450
00:29:55,400 --> 00:29:57,680
(ALL SQUAWKING)
451
00:29:58,640 --> 00:30:00,000
She soars above,
watching the males as they arrive.
452
00:30:00,000 --> 00:30:02,800
She soars above,
watching the males as they arrive.
453
00:30:07,560 --> 00:30:08,000
This elevation is essential for her
454
00:30:08,000 --> 00:30:09,760
This elevation is essential for her
455
00:30:09,800 --> 00:30:12,000
to judge who's claimed
the best nesting site.
456
00:30:13,360 --> 00:30:15,320
(MAGNIFICENT FRIGATE BIRD CHIRPING)
457
00:30:17,080 --> 00:30:20,520
Competition can get heated.
458
00:30:20,560 --> 00:30:23,040
(MAGNIFICENT FRIGATE BIRDS SHRILLING)
459
00:30:25,880 --> 00:30:28,160
And to help win her over,
460
00:30:28,200 --> 00:30:32,000
the males try to tempt her
with their most enticing attribute.
461
00:30:32,000 --> 00:30:32,920
the males try to tempt her
with their most enticing attribute.
462
00:30:38,120 --> 00:30:40,000
By pushing air into the gular
sac on the front of their chests,
463
00:30:40,000 --> 00:30:42,920
By pushing air into the gular
sac on the front of their chests,
464
00:30:42,960 --> 00:30:45,840
they inflate like balloons.
(AIR RUSHES)
465
00:30:45,880 --> 00:30:48,000
The larger the sac,
466
00:30:48,000 --> 00:30:48,040
The larger the sac,
467
00:30:48,080 --> 00:30:50,760
the more attractive she'll find them.
468
00:30:50,800 --> 00:30:52,520
(AIR RUSHES)
469
00:30:53,560 --> 00:30:56,000
Now the real
performance can begin.
470
00:30:56,000 --> 00:30:56,320
Now the real
performance can begin.
471
00:30:56,360 --> 00:30:58,600
(BEAKS VIBRATE)
472
00:30:58,640 --> 00:31:02,120
Using their beaks
the males start to drum.
473
00:31:04,920 --> 00:31:07,440
The faster and bassier the beat,
474
00:31:07,480 --> 00:31:09,400
the fitter they are.
475
00:31:11,400 --> 00:31:12,000
It's a performance that can only
really be appreciated from the air.
476
00:31:12,000 --> 00:31:16,000
It's a performance that can only
really be appreciated from the air.
477
00:31:16,040 --> 00:31:18,000
(BEAKS VIBRATE)
478
00:31:18,040 --> 00:31:20,000
(MAGNIFICENT FRIGATE BIRDS CHIRPING)
479
00:31:20,000 --> 00:31:20,520
(MAGNIFICENT FRIGATE BIRDS CHIRPING)
480
00:31:20,560 --> 00:31:23,960
(VIBRATING CONTINUES RAPIDLY)
481
00:31:27,280 --> 00:31:28,000
She's made her choice.
482
00:31:28,000 --> 00:31:29,680
She's made her choice.
483
00:31:31,480 --> 00:31:35,720
His nesting site
and display have won her over.
484
00:31:39,080 --> 00:31:41,280
(MAGNIFICENT FRIGATE BIRD SHRILLING)
485
00:31:42,680 --> 00:31:44,000
If this suitor wants to keep her...
486
00:31:44,000 --> 00:31:44,440
If this suitor wants to keep her...
487
00:31:45,320 --> 00:31:48,200
..he'll need to provide
materials for their nest.
488
00:31:52,120 --> 00:31:54,160
But these dense mangroves...
489
00:31:55,040 --> 00:31:56,800
..are difficult to harvest.
490
00:32:00,440 --> 00:32:05,400
Gathering twigs will require
all his skills in aerial dexterity.
491
00:32:10,480 --> 00:32:15,720
He uses the updraught from thermals
to push him to higher altitudes.
492
00:32:17,360 --> 00:32:20,920
The perfect vantage
point to scout for nesting material.
493
00:32:23,040 --> 00:32:24,000
As he descends, his pointed
wing tips reduce his drag,
494
00:32:24,000 --> 00:32:27,120
As he descends, his pointed
wing tips reduce his drag,
495
00:32:27,160 --> 00:32:29,720
making it easier to stay aloft...
496
00:32:30,600 --> 00:32:32,000
..at slower speeds.
497
00:32:32,000 --> 00:32:32,320
..at slower speeds.
498
00:32:40,680 --> 00:32:43,400
(MAGNIFICENT FRIGATE BIRD SHRILLING)
499
00:33:18,960 --> 00:33:20,000
He's made a great start.
500
00:33:20,000 --> 00:33:20,840
He's made a great start.
501
00:33:26,440 --> 00:33:28,000
As he continues to gather,
502
00:33:28,000 --> 00:33:29,000
As he continues to gather,
503
00:33:29,040 --> 00:33:31,000
she continues to build.
504
00:33:33,160 --> 00:33:35,760
Their nest is beginning
to take shape.
505
00:33:37,120 --> 00:33:39,720
And it hasn't gone unnoticed.
506
00:33:42,480 --> 00:33:44,000
The younger males spot an opportunity
to pirate the impressive cache.
507
00:33:44,000 --> 00:33:47,840
The younger males spot an opportunity
to pirate the impressive cache.
508
00:33:49,160 --> 00:33:51,280
With the male absent,
509
00:33:51,320 --> 00:33:52,000
they terrorise the female.
510
00:33:52,000 --> 00:33:53,040
they terrorise the female.
511
00:33:53,080 --> 00:33:55,640
(MAGNIFICENT FRIGATE BIRDS SHRILLING)
512
00:33:58,480 --> 00:34:00,000
He's seen them.
(MAGNIFICENT FRIGATE BIRD SQUAWKS)
513
00:34:00,000 --> 00:34:00,960
He's seen them.
(MAGNIFICENT FRIGATE BIRD SQUAWKS)
514
00:34:03,080 --> 00:34:05,360
He attacks from above.
515
00:34:05,400 --> 00:34:07,680
(MAGNIFICENT FRIGATE BIRDS SHRILLING)
516
00:34:11,560 --> 00:34:13,640
Got one!
517
00:34:14,880 --> 00:34:16,000
Fighting in the air takes skill
and agility.
518
00:34:16,000 --> 00:34:18,160
Fighting in the air takes skill
and agility.
519
00:34:21,040 --> 00:34:23,240
Another stick reclaimed.
520
00:34:26,840 --> 00:34:31,200
His large flexible wings allow him
to swerve at high speed.
521
00:34:34,280 --> 00:34:36,920
The aerial ace uses quick,
522
00:34:36,960 --> 00:34:39,760
shallow wingbeats
to close in on a rival...
523
00:34:40,800 --> 00:34:43,600
..until he releases his grip.
524
00:34:46,040 --> 00:34:48,000
Fanning out his tail generates
the extra lift needed
525
00:34:48,000 --> 00:34:49,000
Fanning out his tail generates
the extra lift needed
526
00:34:49,040 --> 00:34:51,800
to slow his speed as he corners.
527
00:34:53,400 --> 00:34:55,760
(DRAMATIC MUSIC)
528
00:34:58,000 --> 00:35:00,480
With one final manoeuvre...
529
00:35:00,520 --> 00:35:02,440
(MAGNIFICENT FRIGATE BIRDS SHRILLING)
530
00:35:06,760 --> 00:35:08,800
..he seizes his prize!
531
00:35:14,040 --> 00:35:16,640
Having fought off the competition,
532
00:35:16,680 --> 00:35:18,640
their bond is cemented.
533
00:35:23,520 --> 00:35:25,280
And a few weeks later...
534
00:35:27,200 --> 00:35:28,000
(CHICK SHRILLS)
535
00:35:28,000 --> 00:35:28,920
(CHICK SHRILLS)
536
00:35:28,960 --> 00:35:33,040
..one precious chick
has secured the future
537
00:35:33,080 --> 00:35:36,000
for this pair
of magnificent frigate birds.
538
00:35:36,000 --> 00:35:37,120
for this pair
of magnificent frigate birds.
539
00:35:48,800 --> 00:35:52,000
Having offspring is
the ultimate goal of courtship.
540
00:35:52,000 --> 00:35:52,120
Having offspring is
the ultimate goal of courtship.
541
00:35:53,520 --> 00:35:56,840
Raising them successfully requires
devotion
542
00:35:56,880 --> 00:35:58,880
and sacrifice.
543
00:35:59,960 --> 00:36:00,000
(BIRDS SQUAWKING)
Especially for airborne animals...
544
00:36:00,000 --> 00:36:03,640
(BIRDS SQUAWKING)
Especially for airborne animals...
545
00:36:03,680 --> 00:36:07,760
whose young are not yet
ready to take flight.
546
00:36:11,080 --> 00:36:13,400
(BATS SHRIEKING)
547
00:36:13,440 --> 00:36:16,000
Morning
on the Yarra River, Australia.
548
00:36:16,000 --> 00:36:17,320
Morning
on the Yarra River, Australia.
549
00:36:19,440 --> 00:36:22,520
After a long night foraging for food,
550
00:36:22,560 --> 00:36:24,000
these large bats, also known
as grey-headed flying foxes,
551
00:36:24,000 --> 00:36:26,840
these large bats, also known
as grey-headed flying foxes,
552
00:36:26,880 --> 00:36:29,560
are returning to their roosts.
553
00:36:34,840 --> 00:36:38,400
This mum is searching
for her little one
554
00:36:38,440 --> 00:36:40,000
amongst a colony of 50,000.
555
00:36:40,000 --> 00:36:41,160
amongst a colony of 50,000.
556
00:36:41,200 --> 00:36:43,720
(BATS SHRIEKING)
557
00:36:47,600 --> 00:36:48,000
Too young to fly...
558
00:36:48,000 --> 00:36:49,320
Too young to fly...
559
00:36:50,600 --> 00:36:52,520
..he's spent the night alone.
560
00:36:52,560 --> 00:36:55,720
(YOUNG BAT CALLS)
561
00:36:55,760 --> 00:36:56,000
Despite the noise,
562
00:36:56,000 --> 00:36:57,720
Despite the noise,
563
00:36:57,760 --> 00:37:02,520
she can recognise the unique
call of her only son.
564
00:37:12,960 --> 00:37:14,920
They're soon reunited.
565
00:37:16,920 --> 00:37:20,000
Thirsty for milk, he snuggles
into the warm embrace of her wings.
566
00:37:20,000 --> 00:37:21,760
Thirsty for milk, he snuggles
into the warm embrace of her wings.
567
00:37:26,400 --> 00:37:28,000
(WATER LAPS)
568
00:37:28,000 --> 00:37:28,400
(WATER LAPS)
569
00:37:28,440 --> 00:37:30,320
As the sun rises,
570
00:37:30,360 --> 00:37:32,360
the colony settles down.
571
00:37:32,400 --> 00:37:34,760
(BATS SHRIEK SOFTLY)
572
00:37:37,440 --> 00:37:40,920
But the young pup is wide awake.
573
00:37:40,960 --> 00:37:44,000
Wing practice is his top priority.
574
00:37:44,000 --> 00:37:44,440
Wing practice is his top priority.
575
00:37:46,960 --> 00:37:49,280
He's not strong enough to fly yet,
576
00:37:49,320 --> 00:37:52,000
so he relies on his mother to keep
him safe,
577
00:37:52,000 --> 00:37:52,640
so he relies on his mother to keep
him safe,
578
00:37:52,680 --> 00:37:54,520
well-fed...
579
00:37:54,560 --> 00:37:56,280
and comfortable.
(PUP SQUEALS SOFTLY)
580
00:38:00,840 --> 00:38:05,800
Her wings are packed with capillaries
that help regulate her temperature...
581
00:38:07,120 --> 00:38:08,000
..which, in a moderate climate,
582
00:38:08,000 --> 00:38:08,960
..which, in a moderate climate,
583
00:38:09,000 --> 00:38:10,880
should keep them both cool.
584
00:38:13,760 --> 00:38:16,000
But by midday,
it's 30 degrees Celsius
585
00:38:16,000 --> 00:38:17,080
But by midday,
it's 30 degrees Celsius
586
00:38:17,120 --> 00:38:18,880
and rising.
587
00:38:20,240 --> 00:38:24,000
The heat in the tightly packed
colony becomes unbearable.
588
00:38:24,000 --> 00:38:24,520
The heat in the tightly packed
colony becomes unbearable.
589
00:38:27,400 --> 00:38:29,280
For this devoted mum,
590
00:38:29,320 --> 00:38:32,000
keeping her son cool enough
to survive until nightfall
591
00:38:32,000 --> 00:38:32,800
keeping her son cool enough
to survive until nightfall
592
00:38:32,840 --> 00:38:35,080
will be a challenge.
593
00:38:35,120 --> 00:38:39,440
And one of the reasons is nearby.
594
00:38:42,520 --> 00:38:45,680
Flying foxes have been here
for generations...
595
00:38:47,000 --> 00:38:48,000
..during which the city of Melbourne
has built up around them.
596
00:38:48,000 --> 00:38:50,680
..during which the city of Melbourne
has built up around them.
597
00:38:50,720 --> 00:38:53,000
(SIRENS WAIL IN DISTANCE)
598
00:38:53,040 --> 00:38:56,000
With concrete buildings and roads
retaining heat...
599
00:38:56,000 --> 00:38:56,280
With concrete buildings and roads
retaining heat...
600
00:38:57,360 --> 00:39:01,000
..city temperatures can rise
an extra eight degrees Celsius.
601
00:39:03,600 --> 00:39:04,000
She fans her wings
to cool her pup down.
602
00:39:04,000 --> 00:39:06,280
She fans her wings
to cool her pup down.
603
00:39:06,320 --> 00:39:08,360
(PUP SHRIEKS)
604
00:39:09,360 --> 00:39:11,160
She's desperate to drink.
605
00:39:12,280 --> 00:39:16,640
But her maternal instinct
to shelter her pup stops her leaving.
606
00:39:18,480 --> 00:39:20,000
For those without young...
607
00:39:20,000 --> 00:39:20,400
For those without young...
608
00:39:21,960 --> 00:39:24,280
..the river provides instant relief.
609
00:39:35,000 --> 00:39:36,000
Their absorbent fur holds water,
610
00:39:36,000 --> 00:39:37,880
Their absorbent fur holds water,
611
00:39:37,920 --> 00:39:41,160
enabling them to drink on the wing.
612
00:39:46,200 --> 00:39:49,560
The searing heat is taking its toll.
613
00:39:58,480 --> 00:40:00,000
If mum doesn't drink soon...
614
00:40:00,000 --> 00:40:00,880
If mum doesn't drink soon...
615
00:40:00,920 --> 00:40:02,680
they could both die.
616
00:40:05,080 --> 00:40:08,000
But leaving her baby exposed
to the sun could also be fatal.
617
00:40:08,000 --> 00:40:09,880
But leaving her baby exposed
to the sun could also be fatal.
618
00:40:13,280 --> 00:40:15,720
Under these extreme conditions,
619
00:40:15,760 --> 00:40:16,000
some mums have been
forced to abandon their pups.
620
00:40:16,000 --> 00:40:19,600
some mums have been
forced to abandon their pups.
621
00:40:22,680 --> 00:40:24,000
(BAT CHIRPING)
622
00:40:24,000 --> 00:40:26,240
(BAT CHIRPING)
623
00:40:29,560 --> 00:40:32,000
She has no choice but to leave.
624
00:40:32,000 --> 00:40:33,360
She has no choice but to leave.
625
00:40:33,400 --> 00:40:35,520
(BAT CHIRPING)
626
00:40:35,560 --> 00:40:38,200
(TENSE MUSIC)
627
00:40:42,160 --> 00:40:44,440
With a one-metre wingspan,
628
00:40:44,480 --> 00:40:46,200
she powers through the air...
629
00:40:47,320 --> 00:40:48,000
..desperate to reach the water.
630
00:40:48,000 --> 00:40:50,000
..desperate to reach the water.
631
00:40:51,360 --> 00:40:53,560
Alone and exposed,
632
00:40:53,600 --> 00:40:56,000
the pup tries hard to shade itself.
633
00:40:56,000 --> 00:40:56,200
the pup tries hard to shade itself.
634
00:41:16,640 --> 00:41:20,000
The cooling water reduces
mum's temperature...
635
00:41:20,000 --> 00:41:20,280
The cooling water reduces
mum's temperature...
636
00:41:21,240 --> 00:41:23,920
..as her pup becomes dangerously hot.
637
00:41:26,680 --> 00:41:28,000
(BAT CHIRPING)
638
00:41:28,000 --> 00:41:29,040
(BAT CHIRPING)
639
00:41:35,280 --> 00:41:36,000
One more dip.
640
00:41:36,000 --> 00:41:37,160
One more dip.
641
00:41:39,760 --> 00:41:42,360
But this time,
the water is not for her.
642
00:41:49,640 --> 00:41:51,360
She must be quick.
643
00:42:13,200 --> 00:42:15,520
(BATS SHRIEKING)
644
00:42:24,200 --> 00:42:26,800
With a delivery of cooling water,
645
00:42:26,840 --> 00:42:29,280
her pup is safe for now.
646
00:42:37,440 --> 00:42:40,000
The enduring bond between them will
drive her to protect and nurture him
647
00:42:40,000 --> 00:42:42,120
The enduring bond between them will
drive her to protect and nurture him
648
00:42:42,160 --> 00:42:48,000
for the next few months until he
is strong enough to take flight.
649
00:42:48,000 --> 00:42:48,120
for the next few months until he
is strong enough to take flight.
650
00:42:51,040 --> 00:42:54,040
As the sun falls below the horizon,
651
00:42:54,080 --> 00:42:56,000
she's kept him alive for another day.
652
00:42:56,000 --> 00:42:58,040
she's kept him alive for another day.
653
00:42:58,080 --> 00:42:59,800
(BATS SHRIEKING)
654
00:43:07,480 --> 00:43:11,960
Devotion is often the key
to securing the next generation.
655
00:43:12,000 --> 00:43:13,840
(WIND WHISTLES)
656
00:43:13,880 --> 00:43:17,280
For some,
this commitment is for life.
657
00:43:17,320 --> 00:43:20,000
And it begins with a leap of faith.
658
00:43:20,000 --> 00:43:20,960
And it begins with a leap of faith.
659
00:43:22,680 --> 00:43:26,040
A late winter's morning in Hokkaido,
660
00:43:26,080 --> 00:43:28,000
Japan's most northerly island.
661
00:43:28,000 --> 00:43:28,600
Japan's most northerly island.
662
00:43:29,960 --> 00:43:35,080
It's one of a few places in the
world to host a very important event.
663
00:43:35,120 --> 00:43:36,000
(CRANES CALL)
664
00:43:36,000 --> 00:43:37,280
(CRANES CALL)
665
00:43:37,320 --> 00:43:42,840
The annual gathering of
red-crowned cranes looking to mate.
666
00:43:44,600 --> 00:43:46,640
(CRANES CALL)
667
00:43:46,680 --> 00:43:49,360
Each has flown
from across the island...
668
00:43:51,120 --> 00:43:52,000
..just as winter turns to spring.
669
00:43:52,000 --> 00:43:53,560
..just as winter turns to spring.
670
00:44:05,040 --> 00:44:08,000
For this sheltered valley
will be the perfect place
671
00:44:08,000 --> 00:44:09,440
For this sheltered valley
will be the perfect place
672
00:44:09,480 --> 00:44:12,160
to rear their chicks.
673
00:44:12,200 --> 00:44:14,560
(CRANES CALLING)
674
00:44:28,840 --> 00:44:32,000
This female is planning to rendezvous
with her lifelong partner.
675
00:44:32,000 --> 00:44:33,840
This female is planning to rendezvous
with her lifelong partner.
676
00:44:38,800 --> 00:44:40,000
Her two-and-half-metre-wide wings
deliver her gracefully back to Earth.
677
00:44:40,000 --> 00:44:44,240
Her two-and-half-metre-wide wings
deliver her gracefully back to Earth.
678
00:44:54,280 --> 00:44:56,000
Her mate is not here yet.
679
00:44:56,000 --> 00:44:56,720
Her mate is not here yet.
680
00:44:57,960 --> 00:45:00,320
They became separated
during the flight.
681
00:45:04,600 --> 00:45:06,600
In the decade they've been together,
682
00:45:06,640 --> 00:45:08,840
they've rarely been apart.
683
00:45:12,080 --> 00:45:15,440
Their devotion
has produced many chicks.
684
00:45:16,840 --> 00:45:18,680
Now, she's ready for another.
685
00:45:20,720 --> 00:45:22,440
After a long flight,
686
00:45:22,480 --> 00:45:24,640
she wants to look her best.
687
00:45:26,280 --> 00:45:28,000
She gives her feathers
some much needed attention...
688
00:45:28,000 --> 00:45:29,080
She gives her feathers
some much needed attention...
689
00:45:30,160 --> 00:45:33,920
..rubbing them with special oil
from a gland by the top of her tail.
690
00:45:35,960 --> 00:45:36,000
For as well as being used
for flying...
691
00:45:36,000 --> 00:45:38,360
For as well as being used
for flying...
692
00:45:39,360 --> 00:45:44,000
..these feathers play a vital
role in a unique courtship ritual.
693
00:45:44,000 --> 00:45:44,160
..these feathers play a vital
role in a unique courtship ritual.
694
00:45:45,680 --> 00:45:47,880
A dance on ice.
695
00:45:47,920 --> 00:45:49,680
(CRANE CALLS)
696
00:45:49,720 --> 00:45:51,840
(CALLING CONTINUES)
697
00:45:51,880 --> 00:45:52,000
Others have
already found their partners...
698
00:45:52,000 --> 00:45:54,280
Others have
already found their partners...
699
00:45:55,960 --> 00:45:59,640
..but hers is nowhere to be seen.
700
00:46:01,320 --> 00:46:05,120
Being alone,
she draws unwanted attention.
701
00:46:05,160 --> 00:46:07,280
(CRANE CALLS)
702
00:46:08,480 --> 00:46:10,880
A hopeful young male tries his luck.
703
00:46:10,920 --> 00:46:13,240
(CRANE CALLING)
704
00:46:16,240 --> 00:46:20,360
But she's not interested
in anyone else.
705
00:46:28,840 --> 00:46:31,680
She'll wait for her lifelong mate...
706
00:46:31,720 --> 00:46:32,000
for as long as it takes.
707
00:46:32,000 --> 00:46:33,880
for as long as it takes.
708
00:46:39,000 --> 00:46:40,000
The last few cranes fly in.
709
00:46:40,000 --> 00:46:41,720
The last few cranes fly in.
710
00:46:42,720 --> 00:46:44,880
(CRANES CALLING)
711
00:46:49,120 --> 00:46:52,200
(CRANE CALLING)
712
00:46:54,480 --> 00:46:56,000
Across the blanket of snow...
713
00:46:56,000 --> 00:46:57,000
Across the blanket of snow...
714
00:46:58,040 --> 00:46:59,840
..a familiar sound.
715
00:46:59,880 --> 00:47:02,000
(CRANE CALLING IN DISTANCE)
(FEMALE CRANE CALLS)
716
00:47:03,200 --> 00:47:04,000
A call that is longing
only for her.
717
00:47:04,000 --> 00:47:06,240
A call that is longing
only for her.
718
00:47:06,280 --> 00:47:08,840
(CALLING CONTINUES)
719
00:47:09,880 --> 00:47:12,000
(CRANE CALLING)
She responds.
720
00:47:12,000 --> 00:47:12,520
(CRANE CALLING)
She responds.
721
00:47:12,560 --> 00:47:15,480
(BOTH CRANES CALLING)
722
00:47:15,520 --> 00:47:17,240
Through the crowds,
723
00:47:17,280 --> 00:47:20,000
their reunion song
draws them together.
724
00:47:20,000 --> 00:47:20,080
their reunion song
draws them together.
725
00:47:20,120 --> 00:47:22,720
(CALLING CONTINUES)
726
00:47:26,880 --> 00:47:28,000
To reaffirm their bonds...
727
00:47:28,000 --> 00:47:29,240
To reaffirm their bonds...
728
00:47:30,360 --> 00:47:32,440
..they respectfully bow
to each other...
729
00:47:34,000 --> 00:47:36,000
..and begin a dance.
730
00:47:36,000 --> 00:47:36,160
..and begin a dance.
731
00:47:36,200 --> 00:47:38,400
(CRANE CALLING)
732
00:47:38,440 --> 00:47:41,920
One they
choreographed when they first met.
733
00:47:43,240 --> 00:47:44,000
And have continued to perform
every year ever since.
734
00:47:44,000 --> 00:47:48,720
And have continued to perform
every year ever since.
735
00:48:02,800 --> 00:48:04,720
(CALLING CONTINUES)
736
00:48:04,760 --> 00:48:08,000
Despite weighing over seven kilos
737
00:48:08,000 --> 00:48:08,160
Despite weighing over seven kilos
738
00:48:08,200 --> 00:48:11,560
and standing
at one and a half metres tall,
739
00:48:11,600 --> 00:48:16,000
their enormous wings enable
them to dance on air.
740
00:48:16,000 --> 00:48:16,200
their enormous wings enable
them to dance on air.
741
00:48:24,440 --> 00:48:26,880
The two lovebirds leap...
742
00:48:28,000 --> 00:48:29,880
..in unison.
743
00:48:31,280 --> 00:48:32,000
Every wing flutter is
imprinted in their memory.
744
00:48:32,000 --> 00:48:34,920
Every wing flutter is
imprinted in their memory.
745
00:48:36,280 --> 00:48:40,000
And although they've performed this
same dance for a decade,
746
00:48:40,000 --> 00:48:40,080
And although they've performed this
same dance for a decade,
747
00:48:40,120 --> 00:48:45,360
each time is just as important
as the first.
748
00:48:46,400 --> 00:48:48,000
(CRANE CALLS)
749
00:48:48,000 --> 00:48:48,640
(CRANE CALLS)
750
00:48:59,960 --> 00:49:04,000
This aerial ballet
reaffirms their unbreakable bond.
751
00:49:04,000 --> 00:49:05,520
This aerial ballet
reaffirms their unbreakable bond.
752
00:49:06,480 --> 00:49:09,400
For red-crowned cranes,
753
00:49:09,440 --> 00:49:12,000
love is a lifelong journey.
754
00:49:12,000 --> 00:49:12,680
love is a lifelong journey.
755
00:49:12,720 --> 00:49:14,440
(CRANE CALLS)
756
00:49:16,440 --> 00:49:18,320
For many creatures...
757
00:49:19,640 --> 00:49:20,000
..the sky is a stage
where courtship unfolds...
758
00:49:20,000 --> 00:49:22,840
..the sky is a stage
where courtship unfolds...
759
00:49:24,040 --> 00:49:27,880
..and where their legacy can be
ensured.
760
00:49:28,920 --> 00:49:31,240
Through dazzling displays...
761
00:49:32,520 --> 00:49:34,240
..fierce aerial duels...
762
00:49:34,280 --> 00:49:36,000
(BIRD SQUAWKS)
763
00:49:36,000 --> 00:49:36,200
(BIRD SQUAWKS)
764
00:49:36,240 --> 00:49:38,240
..and unwavering devotion.
765
00:49:39,240 --> 00:49:43,400
Love is truly in the air.
766
00:49:43,440 --> 00:49:44,000
(CRANES CALLING)
767
00:49:44,000 --> 00:49:45,240
(CRANES CALLING)
768
00:49:47,320 --> 00:49:49,520
(BIRDS CHIRPING)
769
00:49:50,720 --> 00:49:52,000
To film grey-headed flying foxes
770
00:49:52,000 --> 00:49:53,160
To film grey-headed flying foxes
771
00:49:53,200 --> 00:49:55,360
finding relief
from the summer heat...
772
00:49:57,800 --> 00:50:00,000
..the Airborne crew travelled
to an unusual location.
773
00:50:00,000 --> 00:50:01,120
..the Airborne crew travelled
to an unusual location.
774
00:50:03,000 --> 00:50:06,440
Just a stones throw from the
sprawling metropolis of Melbourne.
775
00:50:08,000 --> 00:50:11,480
This concrete jungle surrounds
the summer breeding grounds
776
00:50:11,520 --> 00:50:13,960
of these incredible bats.
777
00:50:14,960 --> 00:50:16,000
While filming, the crew begin
to notice that something is amiss.
778
00:50:16,000 --> 00:50:19,720
While filming, the crew begin
to notice that something is amiss.
779
00:50:19,760 --> 00:50:21,960
There's, um...
780
00:50:22,000 --> 00:50:24,000
It's a pretty tragic scene,
actually.
781
00:50:24,000 --> 00:50:24,040
It's a pretty tragic scene,
actually.
782
00:50:24,080 --> 00:50:27,800
We have seen abandoned pups.
We've been seeing them everyday.
783
00:50:27,840 --> 00:50:29,880
It's just very sad to see.
784
00:50:30,840 --> 00:50:32,000
I've also noticed,
just from looking around,
785
00:50:32,000 --> 00:50:33,360
I've also noticed,
just from looking around,
786
00:50:33,400 --> 00:50:37,080
that there's ones much higher up
on its own and is not moving.
787
00:50:37,120 --> 00:50:40,000
So, I don't know if it's just very,
very cold or it's sadly passed away.
788
00:50:40,000 --> 00:50:40,560
So, I don't know if it's just very,
very cold or it's sadly passed away.
789
00:50:40,600 --> 00:50:43,680
The team is concerned
about the pup's condition.
790
00:50:44,560 --> 00:50:47,600
Ordinarily,
wildlife filmmakers don't intervene
791
00:50:47,640 --> 00:50:48,000
when capturing natural behaviour,
792
00:50:48,000 --> 00:50:49,520
when capturing natural behaviour,
793
00:50:49,560 --> 00:50:53,640
but this city colony is supported
by a dedicated community.
794
00:50:53,680 --> 00:50:56,000
So, producer Dani
decides it's time to call them in.
795
00:50:56,000 --> 00:50:57,240
So, producer Dani
decides it's time to call them in.
796
00:50:57,280 --> 00:50:59,120
(CHATTERS)
797
00:50:59,160 --> 00:51:03,720
Straight on the scene are local
bat rescuers Lotus and Emma.
798
00:51:04,760 --> 00:51:09,600
Emma has six years' experience in the
field. And knows only too well
799
00:51:09,640 --> 00:51:12,000
the challenges
these bats face every summer.
800
00:51:12,000 --> 00:51:12,720
the challenges
these bats face every summer.
801
00:51:12,760 --> 00:51:15,840
We have extreme heat days
down here in Melbourne.
802
00:51:15,880 --> 00:51:18,360
Anywhere between 39 to 41 degrees.
803
00:51:18,400 --> 00:51:20,000
As a result of that,
Mum's instinct is to survive.
804
00:51:20,000 --> 00:51:21,440
As a result of that,
Mum's instinct is to survive.
805
00:51:21,480 --> 00:51:25,200
And they are having
to abandon their pups.
806
00:51:25,240 --> 00:51:27,960
There are barely signs of life.
(BAT SHRIEKS)
807
00:51:28,000 --> 00:51:31,200
So, they need to act quickly.
Come here, pup-pup.
808
00:51:32,760 --> 00:51:34,800
It looks like he'd dead.
He may even be.
809
00:51:36,240 --> 00:51:38,880
He's alive but very weak.
810
00:51:38,920 --> 00:51:43,960
We give them glucose just to get
their sugar levels back up again.
811
00:51:44,000 --> 00:51:46,040
Based on his size,
I'm guessing
812
00:51:46,080 --> 00:51:47,800
he's gonna be extremely
under weight,
813
00:51:47,840 --> 00:51:50,360
which mean Mum hasn't come back
for some reason.
814
00:51:50,400 --> 00:51:52,000
Searingly hot days
are followed by bitter-cold nights.
815
00:51:52,000 --> 00:51:54,880
Searingly hot days
are followed by bitter-cold nights.
816
00:51:54,920 --> 00:51:57,000
And without his mum to keep him warm,
817
00:51:57,040 --> 00:52:00,000
Lotus uses her body heat
to try to raise his temperature.
818
00:52:00,000 --> 00:52:01,480
Lotus uses her body heat
to try to raise his temperature.
819
00:52:01,520 --> 00:52:04,400
Emma will take the role of this
baby's mother.
820
00:52:04,440 --> 00:52:08,000
And that means
he's going home with her.
821
00:52:08,000 --> 00:52:08,040
And that means
he's going home with her.
822
00:52:09,480 --> 00:52:11,480
In her city apartment,
823
00:52:11,520 --> 00:52:14,240
she'll care
for him along with many others.
824
00:52:16,440 --> 00:52:18,440
Every year, she tends to their needs
825
00:52:18,480 --> 00:52:22,200
until they are strong enough to be
released back into the wild.
826
00:52:22,240 --> 00:52:24,000
But this year, she's notice a
concerning increase in numbers.
827
00:52:24,000 --> 00:52:27,200
But this year, she's notice a
concerning increase in numbers.
828
00:52:27,240 --> 00:52:31,240
Last year, we had 70 bats in total.
829
00:52:31,280 --> 00:52:32,000
We've already hit 100 in care
at the moment,
830
00:52:32,000 --> 00:52:33,920
We've already hit 100 in care
at the moment,
831
00:52:33,960 --> 00:52:36,080
and we haven't
even finished the year.
832
00:52:36,120 --> 00:52:37,920
Good boy.
833
00:52:37,960 --> 00:52:40,000
(LAUGHS) Come here, baby girl.
834
00:52:40,000 --> 00:52:40,320
(LAUGHS) Come here, baby girl.
835
00:52:40,360 --> 00:52:44,680
We're getting them in daily,
multiple times a day. So,
836
00:52:44,720 --> 00:52:48,000
definitely
something's shifted this year.
837
00:52:48,000 --> 00:52:48,160
definitely
something's shifted this year.
838
00:52:48,200 --> 00:52:51,760
Emma suspects it's linked
with the ever-changing climate.
839
00:52:52,720 --> 00:52:56,000
The bat's not only have to overcome
extreme heat by day
840
00:52:56,000 --> 00:52:57,120
The bat's not only have to overcome
extreme heat by day
841
00:52:57,160 --> 00:52:59,520
and chillingly cold nights...
842
00:52:59,560 --> 00:53:02,920
(THUNDER RUMBLES) ..but now
they are contending with unseasonal,
843
00:53:02,960 --> 00:53:04,000
almost tropical downpours.
844
00:53:04,000 --> 00:53:05,200
almost tropical downpours.
845
00:53:06,640 --> 00:53:10,480
These rains wash away nectar
and pollen from gum trees.
846
00:53:10,520 --> 00:53:12,000
Without their main food source,
847
00:53:12,000 --> 00:53:12,880
Without their main food source,
848
00:53:12,920 --> 00:53:15,800
the bats are facing starvation.
(THUNDER RUMBLES)
849
00:53:18,680 --> 00:53:20,000
(BAT CLICKS)
After days of torrential rain,
850
00:53:20,000 --> 00:53:22,120
(BAT CLICKS)
After days of torrential rain,
851
00:53:22,160 --> 00:53:25,160
Emma's fears have been realised.
852
00:53:26,520 --> 00:53:28,000
With so many abandoned pups
to rescue,
853
00:53:28,000 --> 00:53:29,640
With so many abandoned pups
to rescue,
854
00:53:29,680 --> 00:53:33,280
the community pulls together
in a co-ordinated effort.
855
00:53:35,320 --> 00:53:36,000
We've got volunteers coming down
856
00:53:36,000 --> 00:53:37,560
We've got volunteers coming down
857
00:53:37,600 --> 00:53:39,520
every single day
to monitor the colony.
858
00:53:39,560 --> 00:53:43,760
Where there are bats we
know are potentially orphaned
859
00:53:43,800 --> 00:53:44,000
we've got people marking them.
And then in the afternoons,
860
00:53:44,000 --> 00:53:47,080
we've got people marking them.
And then in the afternoons,
861
00:53:47,120 --> 00:53:48,960
we'll come throw
and collect any ones
862
00:53:49,000 --> 00:53:50,920
that we believe are
still vulnerable.
863
00:53:50,960 --> 00:53:52,000
Many ears and eyes on the ground,
864
00:53:52,000 --> 00:53:53,360
Many ears and eyes on the ground,
865
00:53:53,400 --> 00:53:58,120
enable Emma and Lotus to make light
work of rescuing dozens of pups.
866
00:53:58,160 --> 00:54:00,000
(BATS SHRIEKING)
867
00:54:00,000 --> 00:54:01,280
(BATS SHRIEKING)
868
00:54:01,320 --> 00:54:03,960
Oh, gosh, you're beautiful.
869
00:54:04,000 --> 00:54:06,280
She's quite warm.
That's good.Yeah.
870
00:54:06,320 --> 00:54:08,000
Oh, baby, I'm sorry, so sorry.
Are you ok?
871
00:54:08,000 --> 00:54:10,120
Oh, baby, I'm sorry, so sorry.
Are you ok?
872
00:54:10,160 --> 00:54:13,960
You give them some food and
they're you're best friend. (LAUGHS)
873
00:54:14,000 --> 00:54:16,000
With the flying fox population
declining,
874
00:54:16,000 --> 00:54:16,880
With the flying fox population
declining,
875
00:54:16,920 --> 00:54:19,520
the team is determined to make a
difference.
876
00:54:19,560 --> 00:54:22,360
Once you start getting involved,
it's hard to step away.
877
00:54:22,400 --> 00:54:24,000
Two baby bats.
878
00:54:24,000 --> 00:54:24,280
Two baby bats.
879
00:54:24,320 --> 00:54:26,280
Oh, so soft.
880
00:54:27,240 --> 00:54:29,760
Once you release them back
into the wild
881
00:54:29,800 --> 00:54:31,960
and know that they've got a second
chance at life,
882
00:54:32,000 --> 00:54:35,160
I think that's what keeps you going.
It's so rewarding.
883
00:54:35,200 --> 00:54:39,320
With the support from so many
dedicated individuals,
884
00:54:39,360 --> 00:54:40,000
grey-headed flying foxes
have been given a lifeline.
885
00:54:40,000 --> 00:54:43,160
grey-headed flying foxes
have been given a lifeline.
886
00:54:46,000 --> 00:54:48,000
(GRAND THEME MUSIC)
887
00:54:48,000 --> 00:54:48,160
(GRAND THEME MUSIC)
888
00:54:48,200 --> 00:54:51,640
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