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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. Come along as we discover
00:17how baby animals keep their cool in the summer sun. This is Wild Child. Coming up, join these
00:25forest babies as they show us their spots. And it might be hot outside, but cuddling up is
00:32still a priority for these fur babies. Plus, a little slippery rough and tumble is all part
00:39of growing up. And this amazing sideways trek to the sea. All this and much more just ahead
00:47on Wild Child.
00:55You might think summer is the best time in the animal kingdom. For one thing, food is
01:15usually plentiful. But depending on the climate, hotter temperatures can really make for an
01:20endless summer and put animal families at risk. But thankfully, nature's creatures have devised
01:25clever ways of beating the heat. Check it out.
01:32Of the four seasons, summer is the hottest experience in the world's temperate zones.
01:38The days feel longer because they are longer. That's because the arrival of the summer solstice
01:49the day midway through the season when the hemisphere experiencing summer is facing straight at the sun.
01:57It's the hottest experience in the world's temperate zones.
02:01Creatures great and small. Take advantage of the season's bountiful light.
02:09Summer babies time their arrival perfectly, allowing them to be thoroughly spoiled.
02:18Toasty weather and tasty delights mean good times for wildlife.
02:25So, let's see how more of the world's baby animals spend their first summer.
02:36Deep in a North American forest, a doe is making sure her baby is spotless, so to speak.
02:45The cleansing power of a mother's spit and polish is well-known.
02:50As much as moms seem to relish tidying up their messy children,
02:56the youngsters on the receiving end might feel differently.
03:02That's one clean but unimpressed fawn.
03:07But this grooming does have a bigger purpose.
03:10It helps to remove any scents that might attract a predator.
03:14And it's an essential part of bonding.
03:17The fawns will stay with mom for at least a year.
03:21An older fawn's ears aren't immune either to a little mother's love.
03:27No matter how much it fidgets, this doe is determined to finish the job.
03:33A few final licks and done.
03:39On the coast, these gull chicks are doing their best to groom their fuzzy down by themselves.
03:46For all animals, grooming is an essential part of staying healthy and strong.
03:53And mothers are determined for their young ones to learn good habits.
03:57In the mountain ranges of Southeast Asia,
04:09this mother is tending to her young.
04:11These are Assam macaques.
04:17Newborns arrive after a six-month wait.
04:20At birth, these tiny monkeys weigh less than a pound.
04:24This baby is keen to get out and explore the forest.
04:31But it needs a quick group first.
04:34All clean.
04:35Time to go.
04:38Looks like there's a climbing lesson already in progress.
04:42Talk about having a monkey on your back.
04:47Oops.
04:49Good thing that furry crash pad was there.
04:54Newby this thoughtful baby is treating its mom to a back massage.
05:01While her friend, it picks through her fur.
05:06This youngsters found some fruit to munch on.
05:09With some extra supplies, stashed in its cheek pouch.
05:15Apart from fruit, these monkeys also enjoy eating flowers and leaves.
05:21Finding a drink is easy when you're
05:24flexible like other primates as some macaques are social animals living
05:31together in groups of 10 to 15 monkeys when they're mature young males leave to
05:39find another group of their own by the time they're five young females are able
05:44to breed bringing a new generation of these old world monkeys into the forest
05:52coming up this rescued marine mammals wonderful road to recovery and a wild race to the sea
05:59to complete a crustacean circle of life plus this elegant courtship dance is a sight to
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06:21for some animals in warm climate sanctuaries or aquariums summer fun can be a year-round event
06:37especially for water babies these young ones are set to splash out and have a blast this afternoon
06:45bring on playtime these bright colored barrels aren't safe when little bears are around
06:51this pair of fur seal pups are enjoying a friendly tussle
06:57wrestling is possible with flippers one two three and pinned all of this rough housing prepares the pups for when they're older and competition gets more serious
07:14young otters young otters are happy to skirmish above and below the water line
07:20this play fight is taking on all kinds of twists and turns
07:27time to have a breather
07:31seal pools are always a hive of activity
07:37it's better to zoom around and practice some aquatic acrobatics
07:42what a standout
07:48aquariums and marine parks are home to a large range of creatures and many of them come with a story
08:04like this long nose fur seal pup she was discovered on a beach injured weak and underweight
08:14thanks to her rescuers she was given a second chance at life
08:19receiving lots of care and attention at this facility
08:24she shares her new home with other seals
08:30it's a small family by comparison to her wild colony
08:35but it's a family nonetheless
08:38this little seal gives plenty back to her caregivers
08:45helping visiting animal lovers learn more about the engaging behaviors
08:49and fascinating lives of marine creatures
08:52this little teacher still has a long way to go
08:56before reaching adulthood
08:58at full size she could reach up to 88 pounds in weight
09:03for now she'll do her growing up here safe and sound in her new home
09:09coming up 50 million of these crusty critters are on the move
09:17and these chicks only slightly resemble their long limb parents
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09:36among the millions of animal species on earth
09:45a rare few are icons of the wild
09:47they're known as outstanding examples of nature's beauty and diversity
09:51some for their size some for their looks others for their behaviors
09:56but it takes a real wild child to stand out from the crowd
10:00every year species from different walks of life embark on incredible migrations
10:11the driving force behind these seasonal marathons is not just hunger
10:18it's also to find favorable conditions for these creatures to bring their babies into the world
10:25and one island in the Indian Ocean is famous for the annual summer migration of these bright crustaceans
10:35Christmas Island red crabs
10:37the crabs mark the beginning of the summer wet season by marching to the coast from their forest homes
10:47their goal to breed and release eggs into the water to start off a new generation
10:5340 to 50 million crabs are thought to live on this island
11:01so when they're on the move they're like a bright red stream flowing over every surface
11:08once they've mated the males start their sideways trek back home
11:13leaving the mothers to brood their eggs for close to two weeks
11:18this female's brood pouch looks very full
11:22they can hold up to 100,000 eggs
11:27when the time and tide is right
11:29the females head for the water
11:31drop off their precious cargo
11:34then begin their incredible return trip to the forest
11:38meanwhile in Africa
11:43the annual wildebeest migration
11:45is a summer rite of passage for young and old
11:50eventually these calves will grow up to weigh about 400 pounds
12:03quite a lot of luggage to haul
12:06but nothing these seasoned travelers can't handle
12:09wildebeest usually make this marathon journey
12:15with some additional traveling companions
12:18zebras
12:20they both share the same taste in morning snacks
12:23but before they can all take a seat at the vast grassy dining table
12:28they have to get to it
12:31the challenge of crossing a river is certain to build up their appetites
12:38the trip was definitely worth it
12:42with plenty of lush greenery for all to share
12:46coming up
12:47you may not know to look at them
12:49but these birds are true romantics
12:52more incredible animal stories
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13:06it's time to head to north america
13:16to meet a standout bird of summer
13:21one that dances
13:25sings
13:28and has a soft spot for romance
13:32sandhill cranes are easily identified by their long slender bodies
13:37unique calls
13:39and their vibrant cap of red feathers
13:42their crowning glory
13:45their whole life story is also a bit of a love story
13:50true romantics
13:51these birds mate for life
13:54a pair could easily be together for two decades or more
14:00females will usually lay two eggs in a nest
14:03made from dry plant materials
14:05both parents sharing incubation duties for 30 days
14:09when the chicks emerge
14:13they only slightly resemble the adults
14:16despite their fluffy down and small size
14:19a hatchling can be up and exploring the wetlands
14:22within 24 hours
14:24like most new parents
14:32the first few weeks are a busy time sourcing as much food as possible for their fast growing chicks
14:39being omnivores they're not picky eaters as anything and everything is on their menu
14:47sandhill crane chicks are in no rush to move out of the nest
14:53they usually stay with the adults until they're 9 to 10 months old
14:57before they join a nomadic flock of cranes their own age
15:04these elegant birds can start to look for the love of their life from the age of 2 to start off another generation
15:12during the warmer months of the year the summer gardens and meadows of the united kingdom are often visited by these flittering beauties
15:22peacock butterflies are insects with fascinating life cycles
15:29this batch of tiny black caterpillars have only recently emerged
15:37it takes the eggs just 10 days to hatch
15:41they often spend a silky tent to protect themselves
15:48these are hungry little critters
15:50and tend to feed together until they are large enough to disperse
15:56peacock butterflies are easily identified by the dramatic eye spots decorating the backs of their wings
16:09these patterns are thought to be a defense mechanism to confuse any would-be predators
16:15that's not their only trick
16:18by converting their blood sugar into a kind of natural antifreeze
16:23these hearty insects can hibernate through the winter
16:29capable of surviving almost an entire year
16:32this species is one of the longest living butterflies in the UK
16:43meanwhile the English countryside is calling
16:48the population of these lush paddocks has recently gone up by one
16:53let's meet the new arrival a miniature Irish donkey
16:58donkeys do have a reputation for being stubborn and anti-social
17:13but in this case it's undeserved
17:17both mom and baby have a friendly outgoing air about them
17:26this youngster is not shy at all
17:31being so young this little lady is still very curious about her part of the world
17:37despite being a bit adventurous
17:39she will still make sure not to stray too far from her mother's watchful eyes
17:45this wee foal is getting bigger
17:56when she was first born she only weighed around 22 pounds
18:02being a miniature she will stay true to her breed
18:06and only grow to a height of about 34 inches
18:12at this age her full coat is thick and fluffy for insulation
18:19it's a bit warm on the farm today
18:27until it cools off this afternoon
18:32with their short stature and strong features
18:35miniature donkeys are unique in appearance and appeal
18:43when summer heats up your favorite habitat
18:45keep an eye out for the animals around you
18:48you can make sure bird baths or your favorite pets bowl
18:51have plenty of water
18:53did you know that dogs can't sweat
18:55they cool down by sticking out their tongues and panting
18:58or flopping on their backs to beat the heat
19:01talk about a dog day afternoon
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