Episode 3
A look at how an international team of scientists is trying to change people's perceptions of sharks. However, their breakthroughs come at a time when many sharks face extinction.
A look at how an international team of scientists is trying to change people's perceptions of sharks. Their research is revealing that sharks can be sociable and intelligent, and they could even help solve some of the toughest medical challenges of the 21st century. However, the breakthroughs come at a time when many sharks face extinction. Science may now be the only way to save them.
On TV
Clips
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Shark vision
Duration: 02:40
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Predicting a shark's attack
Duration: 03:29
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The manta ray: a complex gentle giant of the ocean
Duration: 02:26
Music Played
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Giorgio Moroder
Deja Vu (feat. Sia)
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Paul McGann |
| Producer | Jennie Hammond |
| Series Producer | Steve Greenwood |
Broadcasts
Thu 21 May 201521:00- Sun 24 May 201514:45
Thu 11 Jun 201508:15- Sun 26 Nov 201721:00
- Mon 27 Nov 201701:20
- Wed 27 Mar 201915:30
- Tue 10 Sep 201916:15
- Sat 3 Oct 202010:00BBC Two except Scotland
- Fri 4 Mar 202216:15BBC Two except Scotland & Wales
- Mon 8 Aug 202222:00
- Thu 17 Jul 202520:00
- Fri 18 Jul 202502:50
- Wed 22 Apr 202623:40
- Fri 24 Apr 202602:00
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