S3E5:Curious Cures

3 Mar 201522 minTV-G

Humans are not alone in using medicines against injuries and infection. Some animals protect themselves with natural remedies in extraordinary ways. As David Attenborough discovers in this gripping nature documentary, hippos produce a blood-red 'sweat' that acts as a sunblock, while capuchin monkeys rub themselves with insect-repellent leaves to protect themselves from bites.