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Life in the Trees
Episode 12 of 13
David Attenborough's now-legendary encounter with young gorillas is featured in this episode as he looks at the history of primates.
David Attenborough's now-legendary encounter with young gorillas is featured in this episode as he looks at the history of primates, whose ancestors sought their fortune in the treetops. There they developed binocular vision for accurately judging distances, and the ability to grasp trees with a firm grip. The group includes dazzling gymnasts, deafening choristers and highly cultured monkeys.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | David Attenborough |
| Producer | John Sparks |
Broadcasts
- Tue 3 Apr 197920:15BBC Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
- Sun 8 Apr 197919:15BBC Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
Tue 20 May 198019:15- Wed 20 Jan 198218:00BBC Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
- Mon 17 Nov 198619:35
- Sun 2 Aug 199219:20BBC Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
- Tue 12 Feb 201316:15BBC Two Northern Ireland, Scotland, England & Wales only
- Sat 15 Mar 201409:35BBC Two HD, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales & England only
David Attenborough's favourite moments from 30 years of broadcasting
From close encounters with rare creatures to poignant insight on the state of the planet.
