Secrets of the Penguins
Over two extraordinary years, National Geographic Explorer Bertie Gregory discovered never-before-filmed secret traditions, surprising intelligence and close-knit societies of penguins. This astonishing series reveals they are more like us than we ever dreamed, from their powerful friendships to the courageous risk-takers using ingenuity and innovation in some of the world's most extreme places.
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Season 1
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Heart of the Emperors
In Antarctica, emperor penguin societies reveal mysterious bonds forged from birth. These bonds are the secret to surviving their extreme world.
Apr 20, 2025 -
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Survival of the Smartest
The banded penguins venture far beyond their icy homes, mastering deserts, tropical islands—and even city life—to become perhaps the smartest of all.
Apr 20, 2025 -
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Rebels with a Cause
In the Southern Ocean, courageous penguins break the rules to find their edge. Taking risks helps make them the most successful of all.
Apr 20, 2025