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00:00When you see this symbol, you know you're watching television that's educational and
00:10informational. The more you know on NBC. Hi, I'm Chanel Jones. Today we'll spring right
00:18into the most magical season of the year. It's time to meet some precious new arrivals.
00:23This is Wild Child. On today's episode, we find out which early bird really does catch
00:30the worm. And gray wolf cubs sniff out the best spring has to offer. Plus, these infants
00:37on the savannah are just monkeying around. And it wouldn't be spring without these brand
00:43new kids. Just ahead on Wild Child.
00:53As the days become longer and the temperatures rise, creatures around the world sense that
01:15spring is near. Newborn fawns take their first steps within minutes. Baby turtles race for
01:20the sea just after hatching and baby birds open wide for their first tasty bites. Let's
01:27catch up to these wildly energetic creature kids. Change is a natural part of life.
01:37The coming and going of the seasons causes some of the biggest shifts in the daily routines
01:42of Earth residents. Great. And small. When it comes to change, spring does it with a blast
01:54of color. And a burst of activity. The increasingly longer days and warmer temperatures motivate living
02:05things to get back into the business of producing the next generation plant life literally springs
02:17into action with buds popping and petals unfurling. There's fresh growth aplenty.
02:25What better welcome for the newest members of the animal kingdom than a buffet of sights, smells and
02:36tastes to sample. Family and friends close by help guide them through their very first spring.
02:44Mornings are still cool, but baby animals and their families know that spring promises warmer temperatures ahead.
02:57These European red deer will head out soon to find the day's best grazing spot.
03:03A world away in North America. Their white-tailed cousins are also starting their morning.
03:14Being crepuscular creatures, dawn and dusk are their busiest times.
03:20These two are ready to leap into the day.
03:28This young deer fawn's coat will help to keep it hidden.
03:31Perfect for a sleepy springtime start.
03:36Over in Australia, a Brumby foal has a slow start to the morning.
03:46It's the opposite for a flock of sheep that are off to a racing start.
03:58A little lamb's been left behind.
04:01But with all that bleeding, its mom will find it in no time.
04:09On a grassy meadow, a pair of European rabbit kids are trying the vegetarian buffet.
04:18Meanwhile, a Eurasian lynx and her cub are sharing an early morning snuggle.
04:25This bison mom just wants to relax.
04:28But her bouncy calf is eager for fun.
04:33It might be small, but its message is clear.
04:37Get up!
04:41It's time to spring into the day.
04:51It wouldn't be spring in North America without the quintessential early bird.
04:57The American robin is one of the first birds seen in early spring and the most abundant land bird on the continent.
05:06Members of the thrush family, they're often seen on a lawn in a garden or park.
05:12Or heard singing their familiar morning song.
05:22But when it comes to building a family, both birds and a breeding pair collect nesting materials.
05:28The mother-to-be does all the construction work, taking up to six days to complete her twig, mud and grass creation.
05:39Female robins generally lay three or four eggs in a clutch.
05:45After two weeks incubation in the nest, the eggs hatch, some earlier than others.
05:54The distinctive light blue eggshell comes from a pigment in the mother's blood.
06:06This chick's got a head start, getting all of the attention and tasty treats available,
06:11while its sibling is still in its robin-egg-blue-colored shell.
06:21Its nest mate has finally emerged.
06:26For about two weeks, both parents take turns feeding their babies.
06:31Earthworms. Earthworms are favorites.
06:37Once the chicks fledge, they get foraging lessons from their dad for a few days.
06:43Then he leaves them on their own to help with the mother robin's next clutch of eggs.
06:49If they're lucky, American robins live for up to six years.
06:53And if we're lucky, we'll enjoy seeing or hearing these iconic birds.
06:58Coming up, a canine call of the wild is music to a growing pup's ears.
07:04And speaking of growing, these baby bison will grow up to be bigger than a grizzly bear.
07:10We'll find out all about these big grazers.
07:14Plus, spring means mastering the delicate art of getting up on all fours.
07:19All this and much more when Wildchild returns.
07:25We'll be right back to The More You Know on NBC.
07:31We now return to The More You Know on NBC.
07:44In spring, the woodlands of North America are home to many new baby animals.
07:49One elusive keystone species is the gray wolf.
07:54These carnivores are the largest members of the canine family.
08:00Only the leaders of a pack, the alpha pair, have pups.
08:04But the rest of the family pitch in to care for the youngsters.
08:09Born blind and deaf, the pups are helpless for their first six weeks.
08:14Things change quickly, and by about six months of age, the young wolves are ready to hunt.
08:23As adults, they develop thick gray fur, sometimes with white or black markings.
08:31Males can weigh up to 175 pounds, while the females are much smaller.
08:37In a wolf pack, spring is a quiet time spent rearing playful pups.
08:46But no matter the season, wolves are always hungry.
08:50Adults are able to eat up to 20 pounds of meat in one sitting.
08:55To help them feed themselves, gray wolves have an amazing sense of smell.
09:00Their sensitive noses can detect potential meals up to a mile and a half away.
09:05Scent is also used to communicate with other members of their pack,
09:09or to inform visiting wolves that they are entering someone else's territory.
09:14Whatever territory they're in, these hardy travelers will soon set out for new adventures.
09:22Wolves are the largest canines, but bison are the largest mammal in North America.
09:28Vast herds are said to have roamed and even helped to shape the Great Plains.
09:36While modern populations are much smaller, life for American bison still follows age-old patterns.
09:44Males roam solo or in a small bachelor herd.
09:48Female herds are led by a dominant cow.
09:53The mothers spend spring and summer caring for their youngsters.
09:57Both bulls and cows develop horns, which are hollow caps growing over a bone-like core.
10:05Calfs don't start to sprout their horns until they're about two months old.
10:10So that's good news for mom, no pointy spikes to poke into her side.
10:17Conservationists are working hard to ensure these bison continue to retake their historic place on America's plains.
10:26Coming up, when it comes to baby baboons, the buddy system is rule number one.
10:33Plus, this little lamb is right at home next to its mother.
10:38Find out all about it when Wild Child comes right back.
10:42We'll be right back to The More You Know on NBC.
10:48We now return to The More You Know on NBC.
10:56Many animal species go the extra mile to protect their young.
11:00Mammal mothers spend hours nursing, nudging, or even carrying their young.
11:05But just what's a parent to do when a little one has an urge to explore?
11:09It can be a real baby animal adventure.
11:12On the African savannah, spring falls in the wettest months of the year.
11:18It's a time of plenty for the world's largest monkey, the baboon.
11:22Five species of these Old World monkeys can be found roaming both Arabian and African savannahs.
11:33Large primates tend to be long living, so their life histories play out more slowly than smaller mammals.
11:42That gives young baboons plenty of time to grow and develop.
11:46After a six-month pregnancy, mothers give birth to a single infant.
11:53Baby baboons are too weak to walk, but they are born with a strong grip,
11:59allowing them to cling onto their mom's belly and nurse.
12:03When they're a few weeks old, the youngsters start exploring farther afield, but not too far.
12:16It doesn't take these little ones too long to find their confidence and build up enough strength to join the rest of the troop.
12:23But why walk when you can piggyback?
12:28Being primates, baboons are very social animals living together in groups of about 50.
12:36That means there are always lots of other scamps to hang out with.
12:41Trees make the best playgrounds.
12:47Hoops.
12:51Nice save.
12:53Now back to wrestling.
12:56With a little grooming in between.
13:00By their second birthday, the growing baboons are classed as juveniles.
13:05These independent young baboons are able to forage for themselves.
13:13These omnivores like to dine on grasses, berries and other vegetation, plus insects and fish.
13:24As adults, males disperse and find themselves a new circle of friends.
13:29While females tend to stay with their birth group and start bringing their own little monkeys into the troop.
13:37In the wild, baboons have about 30 years to enjoy their family's company.
13:52Some animal families are easier seen in human care.
13:55These young wildcats are out exploring.
14:06This exhibit is filled with lots of natural cat toys like old leaves, twigs and logs.
14:13The razor sharp focus and incredible reflexes normally associated with cats start to develop during play sessions like this.
14:31The wildcats will eventually learn how to use their camouflage, walk softly and become highly skilled in the art of the sneak attack.
14:41But all in good time.
14:44For now, these relatives of domestic cats seem perfectly content with a bit of kitten roughing tumble.
14:54Coming up, true spring chickens are discovering their new world.
15:08More amazing animals when wild child returns.
15:14We'll be right back to the more you know on NBC.
15:16When it comes to animal babies in spring, there are some iconic favorites.
15:35Goat kids being among them.
15:37This afternoon, there's a chance to meet some very new arrivals.
15:42So special.
15:44After 150 days of waiting, this new mom has just given birth to a pair of healthy kids.
15:51And no kidding, the birthing process is called kidding.
15:55Elsewhere, a tiny spring lamb is testing out its wobbly legs.
16:05Oops.
16:07Oops again.
16:11After a short crawl to steady itself, this little one's back on all fours.
16:17For its huge effort, a rewarding drink of mother's milk.
16:30Apart from the warm weather and vibrant flowers, spring just wouldn't be spring without these little
16:36fluff balls scratching about.
16:40Hens are always busy at this time of year, playing many rounds of follow the leader with their chicks.
16:47This clutch of newborns come in several colors.
16:51Independent after a couple of weeks, many chicks are eager to start exploring on their own.
16:58Some prefer to stick close to home, safely hidden under mom's feathers.
17:04Meanwhile, a pack of mini horses are enjoying a spring day in their farm paddock.
17:19The older horses can seem a bit boring for a playful foal.
17:23An adventurous playmate would help to get those young hooves moving.
17:29Nursing is usually an easy option to while away part of the afternoon.
17:35If only mom would stop moving.
17:38You've got to be persistent if you want to get fed around here.
17:42It appears there is a two course meal being served today.
17:53Some new feed just arriving.
17:56Grass is the natural source of nutrition for horses.
18:00But commercially produced feeds like this are often used to supplement their diet.
18:06The verdict is positive.
18:07It seems every horse wants their fair share of these tasty treats.
18:17For this foal, it's been a busy day.
18:22And after a good meal, her head seems to be getting heavier by the second.
18:27Time to give in and rest.
18:35If you're lucky enough to be near wild animals with their newborns in springtime,
18:40remember, it's best to keep your distance.
18:43Many animal parents form strong bonds with their babies, just like we do.
18:46So it's better not to stress them out or risk anyone being hurt by venturing too close.
18:52Thanks for watching.
18:53I'm Chanel Jones.
18:54We can't wait to see you next time on Wild Child.
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