Africa's Claws and Jaws

In the series premiere, specialized hunters with impressive weapons and unique attack strategies, whose lives are shaped by feast and famine, are spotlighted.

Snakes, spiders, and scorpions are the kind of creepy crawlies many fear the most. But in Africa, these species are refined predators. Explore the hunting methods, special skills, and secret love lives of these venomous creatures.

Sharks are among the planet's oldest and most highly evolved predators. Along the coast of southern Africa, pioneers dedicate their lives to learning more about these fascinating creatures and spreading awareness about their plight.

Lurking in the shadows of Africa is an incredible diversity of reptiles we seldom see. Masters of the underworld, these snakes and lizards have conquered almost every habitat on the continent while evolving a remarkable set of adaptations to survive.