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Attenborough's Big Birds

Episode 6 of 10

Meet the big birds, a feathered family who have never flown. From ostriches to kiwis, these bizarre birds appear to be nature's greatest novelty act.

Meet the big birds, a feathered family who have never flown a day in their lives. From ostriches to kiwis, these bizarre birds appear to be nature's greatest novelty act. How they came to be and how they continue to survive is a fascinating tale that has long captivated Sir David Attenborough. It is a story of dedicated dads, enormous eggs and a serious need for speed. And far from being the court jesters of the animal world, these flightless curiosities once nearly ruled the land.

59 minutes

Credits

RoleContributor
PresenterDavid Attenborough
ProducerMike Birkhead
Series EditorRoger Webb

Broadcasts

  • Tue 16 Jun 201520:00
  • Mon 22 Jun 201519:00
  • Thu 9 Jul 201508:15
  • Boxing Day 201513:00
  • New Year's Day 201612:45
  • Wed 15 Jun 201619:30
  • Fri 24 Mar 201716:15
  • Sat 10 Feb 201816:30
  • Sat 10 Feb 201817:00
  • Fri 14 Sep 201816:15