Animals At Play
Across the planet, young animals spend huge amounts of time playing – but it’s a behaviour that has long been overlooked by science. Now new research reveals that play is at the heart of almost everything an animal learns. In ANIMALS AT PLAY we uncover why play is so much more than just having a good time.
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Duration: 2 x 60’ HDR, 4K & HD
Resolution: 4K_HD
Seasons: TBC
Genre: Nature, Wildlife & Environment
Tags: Nature, Wildlife
Original Language: TBC
Producer: Offspring Films
Original Broadcaster: Love Nature
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