Discover the Fascinating Wildlife of Wild Bavaria

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Explore the diverse and captivating wildlife of Wild Bavaria, where the stunning Alps provide a dramatic backdrop for a range of fascinating animal and plant species. From the icy desert to the lush nesting sites, this documentary showcases the incredible survival strategies of the creatures that call this region home.

Life in the Icy Desert

❄️The Alps are the most impressive mountain range in Europe, formed by glaciers over 10,000 years.

🌨️Temperatures can drop to -15 degrees Celsius, freezing rivers and lakes and making food scarce.

🦊In this icy desert, ravens and other opportunistic animals prey on exhausted and hungry animals like the fox.

Spring Feeding Grounds

🌼The coltsfoot flower provides vital early spring feeding grounds for the brimstone butterfly.

🍯Pussy willow is a lifeline for bees in March, producing spring honey.

🐦The kingfisher catches up to 15 fish a day, weighing only 40 grams.

Secrets of the Adder

🐍The adder's venom is twice as potent as that of the diamondback rattlesnake.

🐭The snake dislocates its jaw to eat the mouse and can stretch twice its size.

🍽️The adder only eats about ten times a year and spends the rest of the time resting or digesting.

Nesting and Feeding Habits

🦅The black stork patrols the waters and feeds her hungry chicks in their nest.

🌿New nesting sites are being created in Bavaria every year.

🦉The white-tailed eagle targets the osprey's chicks, but both osprey parents protect and care for their offspring.

FAQ

What is the significance of the coltsfoot flower for the brimstone butterfly?

The coltsfoot flower provides vital early spring feeding grounds for the brimstone butterfly.

How many fish can a kingfisher catch in a day?

The kingfisher catches up to 15 fish a day, weighing only 40 grams.

How often does the adder eat?

The adder only eats about ten times a year and spends the rest of the time resting or digesting.

What does the black stork do to feed her chicks?

The black stork patrols the waters and feeds her hungry chicks in their nest.

What is the nesting behavior of the white-tailed eagle and osprey?

The white-tailed eagle targets the osprey's chicks, but both osprey parents protect and care for their offspring.

Summary with Timestamps

❄️ 1:11The Bavarian Alpine upland is a picturesque region surrounded by the Alps, but the harsh winter conditions make it difficult for wildlife to survive.

🌸 11:02The Bavarian uplands in spring are filled with rare plants and wildlife, including the brimstone butterfly and kingfisher.

🐍 21:12The adder hunts and eats mice using its deadly venom and flexible body.

🦅 31:14A black stork migrates to Bavaria to breed, while a white-tailed eagle tries to steal osprey chicks.

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