Season 4

01 And Then the Rains Came Episode 120th October 1985 Torrential rains flood Kenya’s Tsavo Plain triggering a cycle of animal and plant regeneration that flowers in the short period before the next drought. 02 Battle of the Leaves Episode 227th October 1985 How plants and their leaves adapt to different climates, predatory animals and man. 03 The Ganges Gharial Episode 33rd November 1985 A five-year chronicle of India’s endangered gharial crocodile. 04 One Man’s Island Episode 410th November 1985 The year-long sojourn of artist and naturalist Keith Brockie on Scotland's Isle of May is captured on film. 05 Selva Verde: The Green Jungle Episode 517th November 1985 An exploration of the ecosystem of Central America's rain forest. 06 The Plant Hunters Episode 624th November 1985 An exploration of the scientific research into the nutritional, medicinal and economic value of plants. 07 Kalahari: Wilderness Without Water Episode 715th December 1985 An examination of the diverse plants and animals that have adapted to the harsh environment of the Kalahari Desert in South Africa. 08 Emas: High Plains of Brazil Episode 85th January 1986 A visit to Brazil's national park Emas, home to a unique collection of rare and unusual wildlife. 09 The Feathered Swarm Episode 926th January 1986 The huge mating flocks of the East African quelea, feared by farmers almost as much as they fear locusts. 10 Kingdom of the Ice Bear: The Frozen Ocean Episode 1016th February 1986 A look at sea creatures of the Arctic including planktonic animals, small crustaceans, seals, belugas, tucked narwhals and polar bears. 11 Kingdom of the Ice Bear: Land of Beyond Episode 1123rd February 1986 After the nine-month Arctic winter, lemmings, hares, foxes and caribous become active to raise their young. 12 Kingdom of the Ice Bear: The Final Challenge Episode 122nd March 1986 A study of man’s relationship with the Arctic and its wildlife. 13 Saguaro: Sentinel of the Desert Episode 139th March 1986 Wolfgang Bayer focuses on the native giant saguaro cactus of the southwestern United States. 14 Death Trap Episode 1423rd March 1986 The sophisticated trapping mechanism of the main group of carnivorous plants. 15 Aspen: Dancer on the Wind Episode 156th April 1986 A look at the trembling aspen, a widely distributed poplar found in more regions of North America than any other tree. 16 Secrets of an African Jungle Episode 1627th April 1986 The fragile ecosystem of the great African rainforest of Korup in Cameroon. 17 Birdwatch from Florida Episode 174th May 1986 Chronicling a weeklong series of bird-watching activities at sites that include the Anhinga Trail in the Everglades, Tampa Bay Island and Port Orange. 18 The Gooneys of Midway Episode 1811th May 1986 Wildlife cinematographer Wolfgang Bayer focuses on the Laysan Albatross of the Hawaiian Islands. 19 Where Eagles Fly Episode 1918th May 1986 A five year study of the golden eagle, Britain's largest bird of prey, in the Scottish highlands. 20 The Skyhunters Episode 2025th May 1986 An examination of the vultures of Africa's Serengeti plain and the rainforests of South America.