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Grasslands – Roots of Power
From Human Planet
A 60-minute history episode from Human Planet, Season 1, Episode 6.
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Survival techniques used by people living in grasslands, including the traditional hunters of the Dorobo tribe in Kenya, who employ a high-risk strategy to benefit from the wildebeest migration. Namibia's Jo'hansi Bushmen wait in hiding for five days to capture a kudu antelope, while modern-day cowboys in Australia use helicopters to round up more than 20,000 cattle. Narrated by John Hurt.
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How long is Grasslands – Roots of Power?
Grasslands – Roots of Power runs for 1h for this episode.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of episode is this?
It is tagged under history, documentary.
How big is the series commitment?
This series currently shows 8 episodes across 1 seasons.
Series Binge Profile
Total Content Density: 8 hours 0 minutes (8 episodes)
Intensity Rating: Relaxed Watch Easy viewing. Perfect for casual watches.
Binge Milestones
1 episode/day: 8 days
3 episodes/day: 3 days
5 episodes/day: 2 days
Episodes (8)
- S01E01 - Oceans – Into the Blue
- S01E02 - Deserts – Life in the Furnace
- S01E03 - Arctic – Life in the Deep Freeze
- S01E04 - Jungles – People of the Trees
- S01E05 - Mountains – Life in Thin Air
- S01E06 - Grasslands – Roots of Power Viewing
- S01E07 - Rivers - Friend and Foe
- S01E08 - Cities - Surviving the Urban Jungle
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