

8.060 minSeason 1 • Episode 6
LatestChris discovers the cleverest animal travellers and how they find their way, from deer with mental maps, blue whales planning routes, and dung beetles navigating by the stars.
Chris Packham reveals the natural world’s surprising brainboxes and clever strategies.
Acting
Packham's genuine awe makes you care deeply about cuttlefish.
Cinematography
Stunning macro shots of animals being absolute geniuses.
Writing
Scripts that respect viewers without dumbing down the science.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Part of a wave of 'cognitive ecology' docs reframing nature documentaries from survival-of-the-fittest to intelligence-as-adaptation.
Packham has been open about his autism, and his hyperfocused presenting style mirrors the very animal specializations he celebrates.
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