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Expedition Unpacked: Close Encounters

Special | 54m 15s | WETA Passport

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In this episode we unpack close encounters with creatures that were awe-inspiring and fear inducing, including the world's largest land predator. Plus, close encounters with nature herself in the flooded caves of Mexico and on the sheer cliffs of Oman.

Aired: 03/23/22 | Expires: 08/24/25 | Rating: TV-PG

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Steve Backshall takes PBS behind his adventures, explains how the expeditions are chosen, and explores our role in protecting these magnificent locations.

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