• 1992
  • 30m
The Velvet Claw

Summary From big cats to tiny weasels, this series follows the sometimes surprising evolution of the Carnivora - the mammals that eat meat. View more details

  • 1992
  • 30m

The Velvet Claw

Directed : Unknown

Written : Unknown

Stars : Derek Jacobi

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6.3

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Genres : Documentary

Release date : Sep 6, 1992

Countries of origin : United Kingdom

Language : English

Production companies : BBC Bristol

Summary From big cats to tiny weasels, this series follows the sometimes surprising evolution of the Carnivora - the mammals that eat meat. View more details

Details

Genres : Documentary

Release date : Sep 6, 1992

Countries of origin : United Kingdom

Language : English

Production companies : BBC Bristol

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Episodes

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Episode 1 • Sep 06, 1992
The Carnassial Connection
Introductory chapter of a seven part series, exploring the evolution of the carnivores as a successful and highly diverse mammalian group.
Episode 2 • Sep 13, 1992
Sharpening the Tooth
There are many different members of the cat family and their rise over 40 million years to represent a powerful group of predators within the Carnivora.
Episode 3 • Sep 20, 1992
Strength in Numbers
Looks at the evolution of the dog family, how as generalists and through group predation they have filled a successful niche within the Carnivora.
Episode 4 • Sep 27, 1992
The Rich Man's Table
Follows the evolution of the hyenas within the Carnivora, reveals how they have successfully exploited scavenging strategies, to supplement hunting.
Episode 5 • Oct 04, 1992
Jacks of All Trades
The rise of bears and racoons in the carnivora, exhibit the most diverse feeding patterns of the group, predators->scavenging omnivores->specialist herbivores
Episode 6 • Oct 11, 1992
Small and Deadly
The weasel family - fast, ferociously skillful killers. This is the story of how one family of carnivores opted for smallness as a positive advantage.
Episode 7 • Oct 18, 1992
It's Tough at the Top
Take a look at the development of top carnivores. Are they really masters of their world or long-term losers? The winners are probably the small carnivores.
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