About the Show
Africa’s Deadliest explores the deepest, darkest depths of Africa, to come face to face with the deadliest predators. Understand how this diverse landscape has sculpted an array of Africa’s predators and who has made it to the top of the food chain. From the dolphin armies of the ocean to the masters of ambush on the savannahs to the most poisonous reptiles of the deserts, discover the stealth, the speed, deception and weaponry of Africa’s deadliest.
Featured Videos
Behind the Scenes
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Hit by a Hippo
Cameraman Nathan Pilcher shares what it was like filming hippos, and how it turned out to be much more interesting than he had anticipated. Especially when, one night, a pride of eighteen lions decided to hunt a hippo—and Nick and his crew experienced a head-on hippo collision, straight into their parked car.
Photo Galleries
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Lethal Weapons
Africa's predators wield deadly weapons, from razor-sharp claws to fatally toxic venom.
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Predator Swarm
By hunting in teams, these killers are capable of more power, ferocity, and strategy than any hunter working alone.
Featured Episode
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Killer Tactics
These predators have evolved unique killing strategies of stealth, speed and deception perfected over millennia.
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Watch Full Episodes
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Dog Whisperer
Can't get enough of the new Dog Whisperer on Nat Geo WILD? Get your full episode fix with past season catch up.
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Swamp Men
Welcome to Billie Swamp Safari, an untamed wild animal park in the Florida Everglades, located on Seminole land.
Animal News
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Runner's High Hardwired
The pleasurable sensation known as "runner's high" may have motivated human and canine ancestors to build endurance, a new study says.
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Rare Gorillas Caught on Camera
A group of elusive Cross River gorillas—including a chest-beating silverback—was recently captured by a camera trap in Cameroon. Video.
