This fascinating program explores nature's gladiators. Featuring award-winning footage from the BBC Motion Library, this entertaining and educational program looks at how different species interact with their own kind in order to survive and thrive. Also featured is an extensive look at predatory characteristics by various animal species used on other species and how prey animals survive these attacks. Topics include: predator size and strength, defensive ploys, protection, regeneration, sibling rivalries, herds and packs, male vs. female aggression, how young train and learn to survive, competition, predator weapons, outsmarting the predator (or prey), non-contact aggression, camouflage and elements of surprise, territorial behavior, and chemical warfare.

Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on September 15, 2013. Learn360 is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.

Competition to Procreate (4:30) -- Natural Defense Mechanisms (4:37) -- Competition for Food (4:36) -- Pack Life (4:38) -- Female Functions (4:37) -- Animal Education (4:37) -- Battle Weapons (4:37) -- Survival Techniques (4:37) -- Animal Rituals (4:37) -- Element of Surprise (4:37) -- Competition for Territory (4:37) -- Chemical Weapons (4:37) -- Credits: Nature's Gladiators: Predators and Prey (0:13).