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Nature's Hidden Miracles

3 episodes 97%4KCC

See the hidden networks that let plants, insects, and microbes shape life.

This series reveals a world where plants signal danger, insects evolve extraordinary survival strategies, and microorganisms influence ecosystems and even bodies. Drawing on cutting edge research, it turns familiar life into something startlingly interconnected. Sign up to see how these unseen relationships reshape the story of life on Earth.

Episode guide

3 episodes
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1The Secret Life of Plants
Every day in nature, hidden miracles are occurring. Plants are communicating, helping each other thrive. Staying aware of their surroundings by using dozens of highly sensitive sensors, plants are sending signals, even across species. Cutting-edge science is revealing surprising abilities of plants.
52 min
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2Insects as Super Adapters
In order to adapt to different environments, protect themselves from enemies, obtain food, and reproduce, insects have become highly specialized. They transform themselves into completely different creatures, changing their habitat and even food, making insects the most diverse forms of life.
52 min
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3Microorganisms, The Invisible Ruler
Microorganisms are the rulers and guardians of Earth. Because of their simplicity, extremely fast generational change, and super-large population, mutations occur among them in short periods of time. Supported by the diverse superpowers they’ve acquired, life flourishes in interspecies connections.
52 min
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