A Journey Across Africa | BBC Earth

The podcast explores the challenges and survival strategies of various animal species in extreme environments. Baby ostriches in the Kalahari Desert rely on their parents to find water, while golden catfish adapt to perpetual darkness in the Dragon's Breath Cave. Wildebeests face off for dominance, and an agama lizard risks hunting flies on lions. Lesser flamingos thrive in caustic lakes, and a crowned eagle depends on the arrival of fruit bats to feed her chick. Leaf-folding frogs protect their eggs in sealed nests, and elephants gather at a mineral-rich bye. On the coast, baby turtles face numerous predators, and butterflies undertake a journey to Mount Mabu for courtship. Penguins struggle with extreme heat, while a Grevy's zebra seeks a mate. Tilapia protect their young from crocodiles, and silver ants endure scorching temperatures to find food.