The Velvet Claw

1992 · Documentary · 1 Season · 7 Episodes · 9.0

From big cats to tiny weasels, this series follows the sometimes surprising evolution of the Carnivora - the mammals that eat meat.

Episodes

E11. The Carnassial Connection30m · 1992-09-07Introductory programme of a seven part series, exploring the evolution of the carnivores as a successful and highly diverse mammalian group.E22. Sharpening the Tooth30m · 1992-09-14Explores the many different members of the cat family and their rise over 40 million years to represent a powerful group of predators within the Carnivora.E33. Strength in Numbers30m · 1992-09-21Looks at the evolution of the dog family, how as generalists and through group predation they have filled a successful niche within the Carnivora.E44. The Rich Man's Table30m · 1992-09-28Follows the evolution of the hyaenas within the Carnivora, reveals how they have successfully exploited scavenging strategies, to supplement hunting.E55. Jacks of All Trades30m · 1992-10-05The rise of bears and raccoons in the Carnivora, exhibit the most diverse feeding patterns of the group: predators, scavenging omnivores, specialist herbivores.E66. Small and Deadly30m · 1992-10-12The weasel family - fast, ferociously skillful killers. This is the story of how one family of carnivores opted for smallness as a positive advantage.E77. It's Tough At The Top30m · 1992-10-19Looks at the development of top carnivores and asks if they are really masters of their world or long term losers? The winners are the small carnivores.

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