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When the Forests Collapsed
AirsJuly 9, 2026 on NBC
A protective mother amphibian battles to keep her brood of eggs in water.
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The last 3 episodes to air, newest first — be caught up before S01E05 lands.
- 04
The harrowing story of a giant marine reptile who scours the dying seas to find food for her unborn baby before giving birth amidst a super hurricane.
- 03
Following our planet's most infamous mass extinction event, a mated pair of dinosaurs fight to survive an incredible 30-year period of darkness.
- 02
A heartwarming coming-of-age story about a hatchling who grows to be a leader of her herd, helping ensure the survival for future generations.
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