The WILDlife of filmmaking
The WILDlife of Filmmaking" is an adventure-driven docu-series that follows cinematographers and wildlife hosts Justin Grubb and Alex Goetz as they venture into diverse ecosystems to capture footage of nature’s most extraordinary creatures. Each episode immerses viewers in the thrilling process of wildlife filmmaking, from epic close encounters to capturing rare, raw moments of animal behavior. Along the way, they meet up with conservation scientists who reveal fascinating, cutting-edge research techniques used to protect these species and their habitats. Blending behind-the-scenes humor with high-stakes wildlife encounters, the series showcases the dedication and ingenuity behind every shot, offering audiences an unforgettable look into the heart of conservation and the art of storytelling through film.
EPISODES
Join Justin Grubb and Alex Goetz as they explore the wilds of North Carolina in search of the worlds most endangered canid. An animal that has already gone extinct once in the wild. There are less than 30 American red wolves left and their conservation is critical to maintain a healthy ecosystem.
We are out in the deserts of Namibia is search of an odd fuzzy animal that most people don't even know exists. This mysterious critter is the closest living relative the largest land animal in the world. Check out their weird behaviors on this episode of The WILDlife of Filmmaking.
Following a day in the life of a baby elephant and its family in Botswana to get the inside scoop on what it is like to live out in the Okavango Delta. Come face to face with one of the cutest inhabitants in the second episode of The WILDlife of Filmmaking.
We travel down to the Suwannee River in Florida to come face to face with an ancient and hefty reptilian beast. We teamed up with the FWC Fish and Wildlife Research Institute to learn more about this animal and to collect valuable data to help protect this species.
The team is on foot and on the prowl to find one of the biggest animals in Africa. Watch as they come face to face with this massive herbivore and get incredible insight on the behavior of a mother desert black rhino.
Join host Justin Grubb on an expedition to Western Florida to film the Florida Manatee in the clear blue springs of Crystal River. Get up close to these curious mammals and learn about their rich natural history.
The colorful waters off the coast of Mozambique, Africa are teeming with life. Traveling sea turtles use these reefs as a stop over before heading to the beautiful white sandy beaches to lay their eggs. On this adventure, the crew films an incredible encounter with a green sea turtle.
We are face to face with one of the most intelligent animals on the planet! Join the crew in Mozambique, Africa in this special encounter and see what it takes to film these animals underwater.
Along the rocky shore of Fernando de Noronha, Brazil, Justin Grubb snorkels with and films a hunting octopus. Check out the amazing way this animal can change the color of its skin while it hunts.
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