Earth's Tropical Islands

Earth's Tropical Islands

TV-G2020•59m•8.2/10

Documentary

Ratings

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8.2/10(8)

Exploring some of the world's most isolated and iconic tropical islands.

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Production

BBC

Language

EN

Status

Ended

First Aired

January 1, 2020

Last Aired

January 3, 2020

Networks

BBC Two

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

US

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Madagascar

E1

Madagascar

Air date: 2020-01-01

Journey across Madagascar, the oldest island on earth. Over time, it has given rise to more unique plants and animals, from its lemurs to chameleons, than any other island.

Borneo

E2

Borneo

Air date: 2020-01-02

A journey from Borneo's rich coral reefs, through lush jungles to its mountainous heart, revealing why this island is home to a greater variety of life than almost any other.

Hawaii

E3

Hawaii

Air date: 2020-01-03

Exploring Hawaii, a tropical sanctuary for any wildlife that can reach its remote shores. From humpback whales to waterfall-climbing fish, it is home to an extraordinary wealth of wildlife.

Cast

David Harewood

David Harewood

Narrator

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