Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom

- Season 2

(2004)

Leopard seals, top predators of Antarctic oceans, are observed by underwater photographer Goran Ehlme as they prey on hapless penguins. Included: a close encounter with a large, aggressive female leopard seal.

Examining the elephants inhabiting Mount Elgon and their lives below ground as they dig salt from the cavern floors.

The heavyweight champ of the Luangwa River in Africa is determined in a 10-round comparison between hippos and crocodiles that factors in size, defensive capabilities and metabolic efficiency.

Night-vision cinematography and infrared cameras observe the activity of nocturnal felines, including servals and wildcats and a caracal caring for its litter of kittens.

Researcher Holly Carroll studies a troop of yellow baboons in Tanzania, focusing on the matriarchal structure of the group and threats from human encroachment and habitat destruction.

Cinematographer Andreas Kieling tracks and films the giant grizzlies of the North Pacific coastline.