Life in the Trees
David Attenborough's now-legendary encounter with young gorillas is featured in this episode as he looks at the history of primates.
David Attenborough's now-legendary encounter with young gorillas is featured in this episode as he looks at the history of primates, whose ancestors sought their fortune in the treetops. There they developed binocular vision for accurately judging distances, and the ability to grasp trees with a firm grip. The group includes dazzling gymnasts, deafening choristers and highly cultured monkeys.
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Clever chimps
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David Attenborough encounters gorillas
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | David Attenborough |
| Producer | John Sparks |
Broadcasts
- Tue 3 Apr 1979 20:15±«Óãtv Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
- Sun 8 Apr 1979 19:15±«Óãtv Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
Tue 20 May 1980 19:15- Wed 20 Jan 1982 18:00±«Óãtv Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
- Mon 17 Nov 1986 19:35
- Sun 2 Aug 1992 19:20±«Óãtv Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
- Tue 12 Feb 2013 16:15±«Óãtv Two Northern Ireland, Scotland, England & Wales only
- Sat 15 Mar 2014 09:35±«Óãtv Two HD, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales & England only
David Attenborough's favourite moments from 30 years of broadcasting
From close encounters with rare creatures to poignant insight on the state of the planet.