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"In ten parts, the award-winning David Attenborough (2002 Emmy winner for The Blue Planet: Seas of Life; The Life of Birds) introduces us to the most diverse group of animals ever to live on Earth, from the smallest - the two-inch pygmy shrew, to the largest - the blue whale; from the slowest - the sloth, to the swiftest - the cheetah; from the least attractive - the naked mole rat, to the most irresistible - a human baby. The Life of Mammals is the story of 4,000 species that have outlived the dinosaurs and conquered the farthest places on earth. With bodies kept warm by thick coats of fur and their developing young protected and nourished within their bodies, they have managed to colonize every part of the globe, dry or wet, hot or cold. Their adaptations for finding food have also had a profound effect on the way they move, socialize, mate and breed."

David Attenborough's scintillating natural documentary work covers the lives of mammals on planet earth in this stellar BBC production, consistent with that standards that he has set with "Planet Earth."

The series received an astounding 9.7 out of 10 rating on the film site IMDB with 307 individuals rating the program.

At 500 minutes, it will keep you in the midst of our mammalian cousins for many a night.

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"David Attenborough's landmark series, shown on BBC1, presents the biggest ever wildlife series devoted to mammals. It features many of the planet's most fascinating species, including ourselves."

This DVD collection was released in January of 2008.

From the BBC:

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about the Life of Mammals. You can share any of your mammal stories or suggest questions not listed here on the Nature Matters messageboard.

1. When was the series on TV?
The Life of Mammals aired from November to February 2003 on BBC1.

2. How long did it take to make the series?
Three years - nearly a year initial research and scripting then the rest filming and editing.

3. How many people are involved in a project like this?
A core team of about 20 people made up of producers, assistant producers, production coordinators etc, 50 cameramen, field assistants and scientists from all over the world, then lots of people who are involved in editing, graphics, music etc. See the biographies to get a flavour of all the different roles involved in making a wildlife series.

4. Are there any accompanying videos, DVDs or books?
There is a DVD and video of the series, and a book of The Life of Mammals by David Attenborough to accompany the series. They are available from online and high street stockists.


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