Close Encounters of the Wild Kind
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202560 minRunning

Close Encounters of the Wild Kind

Network:National Geographic Wild

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S01E06 - "Down Under"

Aired on Oct 19, 2025, 6:00 PM

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Discover the truth behind the world's wildest animal encounters. With over 8 billion people in every corner of the planet, it's no wonder we're getting closer to animals than ever before. And the tech in our pockets means EVERYTHING'S caught on camera. We all love to share these clips on social media, but there's WAY more to these stories than meets the eye.

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Status
Running
Language
English
Runtime
60 min
Premiered
September 14, 2025
Schedule
Sunday at 7:00 PM

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Episodes (1 Season · 6 Episodes)

Into the Woods

It's wild in the woods! Find out what to do when boxed in by bison or chased by a cougar and why you never come between a mama bear and her cub.

Sep 14, 2025

60 min

Urban Jungle

As humans take up more space in our growing cities, animals adapt. Find out why the rhino crossed the road and how monkeys use the metro.

Sep 21, 2025

60 min

The Big Blue

A deep dive into some of the craziest nature clips. Including a video of an octopus slapping a kayaker and a sea snake who wants to make friend.

Sep 28, 2025

60 min

Safari Showdown

Footage of animals attacking safari patrons, including elephants crushing cars and hippos chasing speedboats.

Oct 5, 2025

60 min

Space Invaders

Our homes can be magnets for wild animals. Meet the bears living their best life and the gate-crashing gators on a home-invasion mission.

Oct 12, 2025

60 min

Down Under

Expect the unexpected in the outback. Find out why emus attack, koalas go grocery shopping, and what drives a wombat to attack.

Oct 19, 2025

60 min

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