It’s estimated that as many as 250 million sharks are taken from the world’s oceans every single year. Around 73 million of those are taken purely for their fins which are used in shark fin soup, with the rest of the body wasted. This fishing is causing the possibility of extinction for sharks - so, what can we do?\n\nFirst of all, learn about the fish you eat. Fish such as tuna and swordfish are caught with a very high bycatch of shark, which means sharks are caught accidentally when fishing for species. Look for sustainably caught fis, and if in doubt stay clear of it. Be aware of the things that are sold in your local fish and chip shop, as often things that are labelled as huss or rock salmon could actually be shark.\n\nAnd learn to love sharks! Having people understand that sharks are not the menacing, man-eating monsters they are made out to be is so important. Perhaps dream of diving with sharks yourself one day. With our help, sharks can survive into the future.
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Series 5: 1. Braving The Bait Balls
Steve is in search of one of the most spectacular events on earth - bait balls. These wildlife events are so epic that they can be seen from space - but they won’t be easy ...
01-05-2025
CBBC
Series 4: 11. Unseen
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CBBC
Series 4: 10. Gabon Coast
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Series 4: 9. Ecuador Jungle
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28-04-2025
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Series 5: 7. Giant Otter Stakeout
Steve heads into the heart of the Suriname Jungle. He goes in search of poison dart frogs, deadly snakes and hopes to find the elusive giant river otter.
27-04-2025
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Series 5: 6. The Deep
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27-04-2025
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Series 5: 5. Saving The Pangolins
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20-04-2025
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Series 5: 4. Steve's River Expedition
Steve heads to Suriname, a country with more forest than anywhere else on earth. He kayaks upriver in search of some deadly critters.
20-04-2025
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Series 5: 3. Very Hungry Hippos
Steve heads to Zambia for the first time, where he hears hippo communication on a whole new level, spots a high-diving croc and meets some incredible sniffer dogs.
13-04-2025
CBBC
Series 5: 2. Big Cat Special
Steve goes in search of the deadliest cats in Africa in the carnivore capital of Zambia. He gets up close to the rulers of the Savannah - the lions and leopards.
13-04-2025
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Series 4: 9. Ecuador Jungle
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28-04-2025
CBBC
Series 4: 11. Unseen
Deadly special featuring some of the best moments from the series. Steve races a cheetah, rescues a king cobra and shares some of those rare times when things go wrong!
30-04-2025
CBBC
Series 4 - Shorts: 5. Shark Conservation
It’s estimated that as many as 250 million sharks are taken from the world’s oceans every single year. Around 73 million of those are taken purely for their fins whi ...
17-05-2024
CBBC
Series 4: 8. Shark Rescue Special
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04-04-2025
CBBC
Series 3 - Killer Shots
Wildlife series. Steve Backshall reveals the advanced camera technology and tricks of the trade that allow him and the Deadly 60 crew to film stunning images.
18-03-2025
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Series 2: 6. Panama
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16-12-2024
CBBC
Series 5: 7. Giant Otter Stakeout
Steve heads into the heart of the Suriname Jungle. He goes in search of poison dart frogs, deadly snakes and hopes to find the elusive giant river otter.
27-04-2025
CBBC
Series 5: 3. Very Hungry Hippos
Steve heads to Zambia for the first time, where he hears hippo communication on a whole new level, spots a high-diving croc and meets some incredible sniffer dogs.
13-04-2025
CBBC