Scientists and experiments assist English naturalist Chris Packham as he explores bizarre natural events. He discovers the secrets behind crazy weather, strange science, medical marvels and unexpected animal behaviour.
EPISODE 1
Episode 1
Discover why sea lion pups are invading restaurants, why Spain is being bombarded with spaceballs and how prehistoric lions could be brought back to life.
EPISODE 2
Episode 2
A look at the strange case of a mystery stinger in Australia, the way in which a scientist gets poisoned on a jungle expedition, and reasons for goats flying in Utah.
EPISODE 3
Episode 3
Chris investigates why a much-loved dolphin has started breaking people's bones, how a tiny crustacean has mastered the art of invisibility, and why a caterpillar wears a hat made out of its own spare heads.
EPISODE 4
Episode 4
Discover the science behind the puzzle of strange balls of worms on a road, and how an Australian town became plagued by giant bats.
EPISODE 5
Episode 5
Chris uncovers a prehistoric fish that almost destroyed an entire fishing industry and a shark with the secret to long life. A foray into freak weather reveals why a monster wave shocked swimmers in Sydney.
EPISODE 6
Episode 6
Chris looks at a mysterious deep sea blob that was spotted in the Gulf of Mexico that has left oil rig workers mystified. Plus, the washed-up remains of a gargantuan creature that have left scientists baffled for decades.
Alicja Smietana
Chris Packham
Andrea Buffery
Chloe Pearne
Jo Shinner
Lucinda Axelsson