Born in Africa


"Born in Africa" takes viewers into the center of five animal families -- lions, jackals, cheetahs, hyenas and meerkats -- as they raise their young in the wilderness. Innovative camera techniques are used to follow the animals' tender, emotional and often stressful stories from the moment their babies are born through different stages in their maturity. The series provides a heartwarming and intimate look at the different parenting techniques each of these species employ to give their newborns the best chance at survival in the unforgiving wilds of Africa.
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Currently you are able to watch Born in Africa streaming on National Geographic, and National Geographic (Via Cable/Satellite Provider).
'Born in Africa' Streaming: How to Watch Anywhere
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Streaming availability last updated: 03:03:36 AM, 04/23/2025 PST
More Information on Born in Africa
"Born in Africa" takes viewers into the center of five animal families -- lions, jackals, cheetahs, hyenas and meerkats -- as they raise their young in the wilderness. Innovative camera techniques are used to follow the animals' tender, emotional and often stressful stories from the moment their babies are born through different stages in their maturity. The series provides a heartwarming and intimate look at the different parenting techniques each of these species employ to give their newborns the best chance at survival in the unforgiving wilds of Africa. Born in Africa has one or more episodes streaming via tv everywhere with National Geographic (Via Cable/Satellite Provider), and free on National Geographic. It's a documentary show with 3 episodes over 1 season. Born in Africa is still airing with no announced date for the next episode or season.


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EPISODE GUIDE
Born in Africa Season 1 Overview
Dec 22, 2018 - Dec 22, 2018Season 1 of Born in Africa has 3 episodes that are available to stream on NatGeo, NatGeo (Free).
Born in Africa Season 1 Episodes

S01 E03Hunting Lessons
Dec 22, 2018The babies now know their place within the family and now these "teens" are armed to face the new dangers...
S01 E03 of Born in Africa is available to stream on NatGeo, NatGeo (Free).

S01 E02 Dangerous Playground
Dec 22, 2018After a few weeks, the babies have overcome the dangers that marked their first steps in life and have developed...
S01 E02 of Born in Africa is available to stream on NatGeo, NatGeo (Free).

S01 E01 Survival School
Dec 22, 2018All newborns must immediately assimilate two fundamental notions, recognizing their mother and individuals of their own species.
S01 E01 of Born in Africa is available to stream on NatGeo, NatGeo (Free).