Series synopsis
Aging in the Wild, also known as Vieillir dans la nature is a Canadian documentary television series that premiered on tv5unis.ca on October 3, 2017. It ended on October 16, 2017. It was created by Ari A. Cohen.
Aging in the Wild is a five-part series that takes a never-before seen look at the golden years in the animal kingdom. Against the backdrop of some of the world's most magnificent nature reserves, national parks, and wilderness areas this series brings viewers on a journey around the globe to meet some of nature’s most interesting elders. Each episode focuses on the story of a different animal and the challenges they face as they age.
Premise
Aging in the Wild is a five-part series that takes a never-before seen look at the golden years in the animal kingdom. Against the backdrop of some of the world's most magnificent nature reserves, national parks, and wilderness areas this series brings viewers on a journey around the globe to meet some of nature’s most interesting elders. Each episode focuses on the story of a different animal and the challenges they face as they age.
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 5 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 5 | October 3, 2017 | October 16, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Longetivity How do creatures attain and even exceed human lifespans in the wildest environments on earth? In this episode we meet some animal elders who help us understand the psychological mechanisms associated with long life and the positive social value long-lived animals bring to their communities. |
October 3, 2017 |
| 2 |
Reproduction An earnest glimpse at reproduction, mating and companionship in the golden years. Meet some late-life lovers and explore the reasons behind theri sexual longevity and their ability to reproduce well into their later years. |
October 3, 2017 |
| 3 |
Dominance What does it take to maintain alpha status as animals grow older? We investigate the responsibilities and challenges that come with being a senior leader of a pack. |
October 5, 2017 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | tv5unis.ca |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 3, 2017 |
| Last aired | October 16, 2017 |
| Runtime | 52 minutes |
| Status | ended |