Galapagos

In the extreme isolation of the Pacific ocean, nothing is as it seems. Iguanas swim the sea like dragons, and nest in smouldering volcanic craters; birds become vampires and tool users; penguins, sharks, whales and seals lurk amongst colorful tropical corals; 500-pound tortoises bellow over lava fields . . . welcome to the Galápagos. The inspiration behind Darwin’s theory of evolution, the Galápagos is an ever-changing stage for a spectacular range of animals and plants. Savage, bizarre, hellish yet beautiful, these are the islands that changed our view of life on Earth and of ourselves. Presented in a new, ground-breaking visual style combined with exhilarating cinematography and breathtaking graphics, this landmark new series examines the spectacular variety of wildlife and evokes the different characters of the islands and their history.