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The Problem of Parenthood

Episode 9 of 10

David Attenborough presents a natural history of birds. Looking at the extraordinary ways in which birds solve the problems of parenthood.

David Attenborough presents a natural history of birds. This programme provides an illustration of the fascinating diversity of feeding practices and behavioural patterns employed by birds. Sweeping through an incredible range of species, including pelicans, sea eagles, babblers and finch chicks, it offers a thorough study of the way in which birds solve the problems of parenthood.

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49 minutes

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Wed 19 Nov 201413:10
BBC Two except Scotland

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Credits

PresenterDavid Attenborough
ProducerMiles Barton
ProducerMike Salisbury

Broadcasts

  • Wed 16 Dec 199820:00
    BBC One London
  • Thu 21 Jun 200722:30
    BBC Four
  • Sat 30 Nov 201310:40
    BBC Two HD, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales & England only
  • Wed 19 Nov 201413:10
    BBC Two HD, Northern Ireland, England & Wales only

The challenges of life for birds, at BBC Nature

The challenges of life for birds, at BBC Nature

As birds are warm-blooded, their eggs have to be incubated, or the embryos will perish.