Television Review: Living Wild
What Parents Should Know
Parents need to know that this series takes an intimate look
at the lives of many different wild animals. Although the show
is informative, visually beautiful, and even touching at times,
some sensitive younger viewers might not be ready to face the
reality of how animals behave in the wild -- from mating to
hunting and killing their prey.
Families can talk about the difference between wild animals and
domestic pets. Which animals make good pets? Which animals
should remain in the wild? How do they survive on their own?
Did you expect the animals in the show to behave differently
than they did? Why? What should you do if you ever encounter a
wild animal?
LIVING WILD gives viewers a close look at the life of some of the world's most striking creatures -- from killer whales to bald eagles -- focusing on their habitats and survival tactics. The show looks at all the parts of a wild animal's life, including mating, fighting, hunting, and capture by humans.
Although Living Wild is a bit tamer than edgier nature shows like Totally Wild, it's still far from censored. Some young viewers may be upset by watching the tribulations of, say, an adorable cub turning into a menacing bear. The show is gorgeous to look at and beautifully filmed; it may just be the next-best alternative to buying an around-the-world airplane ticket and heading into the wild yourself. And the narration is informative, though kids may find it a little dry -- it's obviously not designed to spark or engage a young audience.
Caught in the MomentBe the Creature
Jeff Corwin Unleashed
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