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S2.E1 ∙ Hedgehog, the Garden Warrior

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Like an earth-bound sea urchin, the hedgehog is the European version of the North American porcupine. In this film, we follow the exploits of Niglo, a young hedgehog, from the end of hibernation to courtship rituals; we discover the habits of this strange animal, which has become established in Europe and French-speaking North Africa, but also in New Zealand, where it was introduced by the British. Today, this warrior with the ten thousand bristles is often a good friend of the gardener, protecting his plots from beetles, slugs, and insects of all kinds. But life is no cake walk for him as he navigates a tricky obstacle course of poisoned bait, bitter cold winters, and heavy traffic.

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S2.E2 ∙ Savage, the Forest Cat

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

The forest cat (Felis sylvestri) - a little-known animal that is seldom seen because of its solitary, nocturnal habits - bears a striking resemblance to the domestic cat. The tragic story of a species with an uncertain future will be told through the adventures of a young female pulled from her den at a very young age by some loutish hunters. It now lives in captivity in a wildlife sanctuary and was released into the French Jura, where it was tracked by radio to study its rehabilitation in its natural environment. This unique story will serve as the unifying thread to the documentary, aiming to educate viewers about the serious impact of humans on wild animals and the often little known efforts to redress the wrongs done.

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