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The Problem of Parenthood

Episode 9 of 10

David Attenborough presents a natural history of birds. Looking at the extraordinary ways in which birds solve the problems of parenthood.

David Attenborough presents a natural history of birds. This programme provides an illustration of the fascinating diversity of feeding practices and behavioural patterns employed by birds. Sweeping through an incredible range of species, including pelicans, sea eagles, babblers and finch chicks, it offers a thorough study of the way in which birds solve the problems of parenthood.

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49 minutes

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Wed 19 Nov 2014 13:10
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Two except Scotland

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Presenter David Attenborough
Producer Miles Barton
Producer Mike Salisbury

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The challenges of life for birds, at Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Nature

As birds are warm-blooded, their eggs have to be incubated, or the embryos will perish.