The Living Planet (1984)

Episode Overview

This episode explores the diverse life thriving in the planet's icy regions, including the towering mountains and the frigid Arctic and Antarctic. It highlights the remarkable adaptations of various plants and animals to survive the stark temperature contrasts, such as frigid nights followed by scorching days. Viewers will learn about a variety of species, including algae, insects, sheep, squirrels, seals, penguins, foxes, polar bears, lemmings, owls, caribou, geese, and the Eskimo culture. The journey takes us through captivating locations like Kenya, South America, and the USA.