The Wildlife Docs
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Play S1 E1"The Wildlife Docs" takes viewers inside the work of zoological professionals -- including veterinarians, technicians and trainers -- at Busch Gardens Tampa, as they care for thousands of exotic animals whose home is the popular tourist destination. The series showcases everything from preventive care to ground-breaking medical procedures, giving viewers the opportunity to observe what the millions of people who visit Bush Gardens each year rarely get to see. The hostess of the weekly half-hour series is actress Rachel Reenstra.
Cast: Rachel Reenstra
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26 episodes
- 1. A Tale of Two TigersThe tiger team at Busch Gardens® Tampa is asked to help start a new bloodline of Malayan tigers. They are ecstatic when Bzui gives birth to three cubs. But the excitement is short-lived when one of the male cubs comes down with a potentially life-threatening condition. Preview this episode:CC30minOct 5, 2013
- 2. Well WishesA trio of lions has just joined the Busch Gardens family. Animal Care Specialists are hand raising these cubs starting with bottle-feeding, playtime and even a doctor’s visit. Then, two critically endangered wattled crane chicks hatch… one is healthy, but the other is on the operating table fighting for his life.CC30minOct 12, 2013
- 3. High & LowsGiraffe’s Cupid and Teesa are both pregnant! We’ll experience the first hours of a baby giraffe’s life. Plus, Dr. Pete makes an alligator house call while the Animal Care specialists help some younger alligators find their way home.CC30minOct 19, 2013
- 4. Lemur IslandThe lemurs who live on Lemur Island at Busch Gardens are jumping for joy during a series of enrichment programs while Kita, the hippo, keeps a close eye on them as she swims around the island. Meanwhile, a family of Mongoose Lemurs wait while mom, Rosalita, needs to go to the Animal Care Center for xrays… discover what happens when mom is away… how do her twin daughters, Dahlia and Leena react to her absence… and what does their dad, Guillermo, do in return?CC30minOct 26, 2013
- 5. Elephants Fancy FootworkThe female elephants at Busch Gardens have been trained with a revolutionary new style of positive reinforcement. Witness how they are part of their health checkups, including blood draws, trunk examinations and a pedicure. Plus, discover how a new laser treatment helps heal Eva, one of the oldest elephant’s in the park.CC30minNov 2, 2013
- 6. Meet the New BabiesThe Wildlife Docs introduce the newest additions at the park. First, it’s a big day in the lion’s den as three lion cubs enjoy a special treat in honor of World Lion Day. Then it’s off to the Serengeti Plain to meet Jasiri, the baby rhino and Kishana the baby zebra, plus not one but two giraffe calfs are introduced to the herd. Preview this episode:CC30minNov 9, 2013
- 7. Pretty in PinkWitness the Animal Care Specialists teach the Hippo’s behaviors to help the Wildlife Docs give check ups, examine teeth and even take x-rays, all in the name of hippo health! And… why do flamingos stand on one leg? Why are they pink? Do they really fall in love? You’ll get the answers to those and many more questions when the flamingos come marching in on The Wildlife Docs.CC30minNov 16, 2013
- 8. Dogs Best FriendWe’ll try and catch up with the world's fastest land animal, the cheetah! More than a dozen cheetahs have moved into their new home, and an unlikely pair becomes fast friends. Then, Antlers, the muntjac, is not eating so he’s brought into the ACC where The Wildlife Docs diagnose his condition. Plus, Philip the Hedgehog is an Animal Ambassador at the park, helping to educate the public about wildlife conservation. Lately, Philip hasn't been feeling well, so the Animal Care Specialists call on the Wildlife Docs to find out why.CC30minNov 23, 2013
- 9. Spikes & StripesThe Busch Gardens Tampa employees offer insight on the Echidna and shares the unique traits that really set this creature apart. In addition, Bengal Tiger Jafari and many more exotic animal check ups.CC30minJan 11, 2014
- 10. Hop, Skip & SlitherWallabies; rattlesnakes and eyelash vipers.CC30minJan 18, 2014
- 11. Hoots & HoovesThe Busch Gardens Tampa employees team up with The National Audubon Society to save hundreds of wild birds a year. In this episode, the Doctors are working on a barred owl that ruptured his air sack. In addition, they encourage the lives rhinos, giraffes, antelope, impala, and many more exotic animals for conservation.CC30minJan 25, 2014
- 12. The Miracle of BolingoA gorilla goes into labor early and must have a C-section.CC30minFeb 1, 2014
- 13. Lions & Tigers & Cheetahs, Oh My!Three baby lion cubs arrive from South Africa and are being hand raised by the Animal Care Specialists. Much similar to people, these babies eat a lot, crave attention and love playtime, and it is time for their vaccinations.CC30minFeb 8, 2014
- 14. Big & QuickIt is moving day for Spike the Asian elephant. He and the Calgary Zoo employees embark on a 3,000-mile journey from Alberta, Canada to his new home at Busch Gardens, Tampa where he will breed as a herd with five female Asian elephants already residing there.CC30minFeb 15, 2014
- 15. Hook, Line & BlinkersA bush baby has a cyst; a common loon ingests a fishing hook.CC30minFeb 22, 2014
- 16. Best of the Big ThreeFive Asian elephants enjoy mental exercises, treats and pedicures.CC30minApr 5, 2014
- 17. Eat, Prey, RoarA giant anteater gets a checkup; two lesser anteaters; the crested caracara.CC30minApr 12, 2014
- 18. The Fast and the FurriestA two-toed sloth; keeping gazelles healthy.CC30minApr 19, 2014
- 19. A Hoppy EndingA Malayan tiger cub has a life-threatening disease never seen in tigers before.CC30minApr 26, 2014
- 20. Grin & Bear ItAn older chimp undergoes medical treatment and has a birthday party with the other chimps.CC30minMay 3, 2014
- 21. Mother's Day and Tooth DecayAn otter needs dental work; alligators' maternal instinct.CC30minMay 10, 2014
- 22. A Really Big Day at BGTAnimal ambassadors educate the public about wildlife conservation.CC30minMay 17, 2014
- 23. A Shell Game of ThronesAfrican lion sisters undergo medical examinations and training; turtles and tortoises.CC30minJul 5, 2014
- 24. Big Day at Busch GardensA day in the life of Busch Gardens Tampa; feeding and training animals; a kangaroo; an orangutan.CC30minJul 12, 2014
- 25. Meerkat's MannersAn orangutan needs a crucial procedure; feisty meerkat medical checkups and a new habitat.CC30minJul 19, 2014
- 26. Baby UpdateUpdates on a baby zebra, a baby rhino and two giraffe calves, three tiger cubs and two lion cubs.CC30minJul 26, 2014
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The Wildlife Docs
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"The Wildlife Docs" takes viewers inside the work of zoological professionals -- including veterinarians, technicians and trainers -- at Busch Gardens Tampa, as they care for thousands of exotic animals whose home is the popular tourist destination. The series showcases everything from preventive care to ground-breaking medical procedures, giving viewers the opportunity to observe what the millions of people who visit Bush Gardens each year rarely get to see. The hostess of the weekly half-hour series is actress Rachel Reenstra.
Creators and cast
- Cast
- Rachel Reenstra
- Studio
- Natural 9 Entertainment
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Audio languages
English
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