In Crocodilians, Ancient Apex Predators, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod meets some crocodilians. This category includes crocodiles, alligators, and other similar species that use their sensitive skin to detect pressure and vibrations, especially in murky waters where their vision is limited. This unique adaptation helps them hunt and survive as an apex predator. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
This BBC playlist slinks, scuttles, swims, and snaps through the fascinating world of reptiles. Come face-to-face with cobras, turtles, lizards, alligators, and other remarkable reptiles as they hunt, hide, defend themselves, and navigate some of the toughest habitats on Earth.
Discover the science behind their scaly skin, powerful jaws, lightning-fast strikes, and other adaptations that have helped reptiles survive for millions of years. See how a cobra uses its famous hood, how turtles are built for life on land and in water, and what makes alligators such formidable predators.
From stealthy hunters to surprisingly speedy travelers, reptiles have evolved some extraordinary ways to stay alive. Watch closely for the behaviors and features that make each species perfectly suited to its environment.
Warning: May cause “Whoa!” and “Ew!” in equal measure.
In Crocodilians, Ancient Apex Predators, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod meets some crocodilians. This category includes crocodiles, alligators, and other similar species that use their sensitive skin to detect pressure and vibrations, especially in murky waters where their vision is limited. This unique adaptation helps them hunt and survive as an apex predator. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
This BBC playlist slinks, scuttles, swims, and snaps through the fascinating world of reptiles. Come face-to-face with cobras, turtles, lizards, alligators, and other remarkable reptiles as they hunt, hide, defend themselves, and navigate some of the toughest habitats on Earth.
Discover the science behind their scaly skin, powerful jaws, lightning-fast strikes, and other adaptations that have helped reptiles survive for millions of years. See how a cobra uses its famous hood, how turtles are built for life on land and in water, and what makes alligators such formidable predators.
From stealthy hunters to surprisingly speedy travelers, reptiles have evolved some extraordinary ways to stay alive. Watch closely for the behaviors and features that make each species perfectly suited to its environment.
Warning: May cause “Whoa!” and “Ew!” in equal measure.