Suranne Jones
Self - Narrator (voice)
Series
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Synopsis
Examining the extraordinary physiology of animals who launch themselves into the air - whether winged or wingless; bearing feathers, fur, or scales; by day or night. Shot both in the field and on controlled sets, the series reveals the minute details of wing beats and the science of how a tiny Leaf Hopper pulls 500G on takeoff. Each episode concludes with a behind-the-scenes view of how it was made.
Episodes
Miniseries
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1. Defying GravityNow viewing2016-04-0358mIn Africa, a caracal catches birds in flight with a 'rocket-propelled' launch; in the Australian outback, a kangaroo's hop locates water in a vast desert; on an English farm, an insect accelerates at 700G with help from a clutch in its crotch; and high above the jungles of Borneo, a leaping snake's unique shape allows it to glide through the air without wings.
2. Masters of the Sky2016-04-1058mHow peregrine falcons can top 200 miles an hour, a hummingbird is slave to its manic lifestyle, and the albatross's nose helps it fly for free; heavyweight beetles break the rules to find love; a devious sparrow-hawk executes a lightning-fast raid on his prey; and half a million mother bats dominate air space both above and below the ground with dazzling aerial prowess.
3. Crowded Skies2016-04-1758mThe world's most aggressive bird creates sound out of thin air with the world's fastest courtship display; in a South American jungle, bats and moths fight for the upper hand in one of the world's oldest arms races; and a giant flock of half a million birds avoids colliding in the same air space.
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FAQ
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Is Life in the Air available to watch online?
Yes - see the "Where to watch legally" section on this page for streaming, rental and purchase options.
How many seasons does Life in the Air have?
Life in the Air has 1 season and 3 episodes.
When did Life in the Air first air?
Life in the Air first aired in 2016.
Is Life in the Air still running?
Life in the Air's status on TMDB is: Ended.
What genre is Life in the Air?
Life in the Air is classified as Documentary.