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Fish Parenting 101: Mom vs. Dad

Season 44 Episode 7 | 2m 33s

As their eggs hatch, a cichlid mother works quickly to hide her fry, even taking over when dad gets in the way. When it’s time to move them to safety, both parents must work together to protect every last one.

Major support for NATURE is provided by The Arnhold Family in memory of Henry and Clarisse Arnhold, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, The Fairweather Foundation, Charles Rosenblum, Kathy Chiao and Ken Hao, Sarah and Sandra Lyu in memory of Seung and Dorothy Lyu, The Lillian Goldman Charitable Trust, Dr. George Stanley and Sandra Caruso, Colin S. Edwards, Kate W. Cassidy Foundation, Filomen M. D’Agostino Foundation, Gregg Peters Monsees Foundation, Koo and Patricia Yuen, Seton J. Melvin, Sandra Atlas Bass, George D. Smith Fund, Inc., Dr. Coralyn W. Whitney Program Fund for Science and Nature, Bradley L. Goldberg Family Foundation, The Hite Foundation, Arlene and Milton D. Berkman, Paul H. Klingenstein and Kathleen R. Bole, Perpetual Kindness Foundation and Sun Hill Renewal Fund, and by Viewers Like You.

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Nature

Frog Dad Goes to Extreme Heights

This frog dad goes to extreme heights to find the safest home for his tadpoles.

Clip: S44 E7 | 3:08

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Elephant Mom Saves Baby From Flood

Trapped on the wrong side of a flooded river, an elephant mom must decide if it’s safe to cross.

Clip: S44 E7 | 2:52

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What It Takes to Film Elephants in the Wild

Cinematographer Bob Poole shares how his passion for elephants shapes his approach to filmmaking.

Clip: S44 E5 | 5:41

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Preview of Parenthood "Jungles"

See how jungle animal parents raise children by mastering their environment.

Preview: S44 E9 | 0:30

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Mom and Newborn Monkey Escape Wild Dogs

Shortly after giving birth, a mother and her newborn face a dangerous threat.

Clip: S44 E6 | 2:19

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How Crane Parents Defend Their Eggs

When danger threatens the nest, these crane parents must stand together.

Clip: S44 E6 | 2:57

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Wasps Feed Live Caterpillars to Young

Why does a potter wasp seal living caterpillars inside her nest?

Clip: S44 E6 | 3:15

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This Pregnant Monkey Is Not Ready (Yet)

Even in the wild, no one is born knowing how to be a parent.

Clip: S44 E6 | 2:28

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