Africa's Wild Havens
They provide shade in blistering heat, shelter to animals in desperate need, and feasts when the rest of the region has dried up. They are the miracle trees of the African savannas, giving predators and herbivores the tools to stay alive in some of the harshest environments on Earth. Join us as we take a look at the sausage tree of Zambia, the marula of the Manyeleti, and the camel thorn of the Kalahari, each tree uniquely evolved to adapt to Africa's extremes, and each one an integral part of the lives of the inhabitants.
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Episode Guide
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Marula Tree
Enter Africa's Manyeleti Game Reserve, home of vicious predators, resilient prey, and a remarkable tree keeping them alive.
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Camelthorn Tree
See how millions of years of evolution have perfected the camelthorn tree's ability to live in its arid environment.
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Sausage Tree
Watch lions, hippos, crocs, and other creatures battle through the deadly dry season, aided by one incredible tree.
