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Courting

Episode 11 of 12

David Attenborough examines courtship rituals in the animal kingdom. Animals have developed lots of techniques for impressing potential mates - singing, offering presents, showing off their strength and beauty - for successful courtship means the chance to become a parent.

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49 minutes

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Sat 18 Oct 201410:40
BBC Two

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PresenterDavid Attenborough
WriterDavid Attenborough
ProducerMarion Zunz

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  • Wed 12 Dec 199020:00
    BBC One
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    BBC Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
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