Tales From Zambia

In this small patch of woodland, two young monkeys face the toughest time of their lives. As they find their place in the world, they must learn which neighbours are allies, and which are foes. Who to trust, and who to avoid.

The wilds of Zambia are a tough place to live. Here, many animals must come together in groups to help defend territory, protect offspring, find food and overcome predators.

Everyday in the Luangwa Valley a carcass is sighted. Each body holds the story that lead them to their death. In Safari CSI we investigate what killed three carcasses that have been uncovered.

Zambia is home to three very special and different African Edens. The low, hot Luangwa River Valley, the high, dry Liuwa Plain and the cool and wet Kasanka National Park.

Zambia's Luangwa Valley is home to Africa's biggest and most fearsome giants, but what really makes it special are its birds. There are over 400 different species here, each perfectly adapted to exploit every opportunity on offer.

We travelled alongside Africa's animals on our own journey of evolution, yet intelligence took us on a different path.

Chilema is an elephant with half a trunk after losing the tip to a poacher's snare. The snare's indiscriminate nature means other animals often fall foul of them. Chilema is now having to adapt to life without an elephant's most important appendage.

Trees are Africa's oldest residents, and each has its own strategy for surviving the dry season. The sausage tree and the fig tree ride-out seasonal extremes, to provide food and shelter for struggling animals in the lean times.