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Evolution Series 1 Episodes

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  1. The Horse

    5/5 Why do horses run so fast? Chris Packham traces the origins of animal movement.

  2. The Dolphin

    4/5 How did the dolphin get so smart? Chris Packham explores the origins of intelligence.

  3. The Bat

    3/5 Why is the bat so hungry? Chris Packham reveals how feeding has shaped animal life.

  4. The Ostrich

    2/5 Why are ostrich eggs the world’s largest? Chris Packham tells the story of reproduction.

  5. The Elephant

    1/5 How did the elephant get so big? We reveal how a tiny cell became a giant. (R)