Triumph of Life

Triumph of Life

2000 · Documentary · 1 Season · 6 Episodes · 0.0

Despite overwhelming obstacles, life on Earth has evolved from the most humble of beginnings to a level of diversity that challenges human comprehension. The fittest have indeed survived -- even in places where no living creatures could be thought to exist. NATURE's six-part series presents the remarkable story of evolution and its survivors.

Episodes

E11. The Four Billion Year War53m · 2000-01-14Explains how both conflict and cooperation have helped shape the species that today populate our world. And it profiles the winners and losers - from the massive dinosaurs to the humble bacteria that have survived for billions of years.E22. The Mating Game53m · 2000-01-21Take a passionate look at the evolution of sex, which allows a species to pass its genes along from generation to generation.E33. The Eternal Arms Race53m · 2000-01-28As predators became better hunters, their prey also evolved better defenses. The drive to survive has produced remarkable hunting strategies. Other animals have taken to deception.E44. Winning Teams52m · 2000-02-04Take a close look at the alliances that animals have forged - with others of their own kind and very different organisms - in a bid to stay alive.E55. Brain Power53m · 2000-02-11Explore the evolution of brains. The bundle of nerve cells that allows us to sense our surroundings, sort out information, and make decisions.E66. The Survivors53m · 2000-02-18Explore the factors that make winners and losers in the game of life, and poses the question: who will triumph in the long run?

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