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Series · 2013 – 2018 · Documentary

The Wildlife Docs

★0.0 2013 – 2018 5 Seasons TV-MA

"The Wildlife Docs" takes viewers inside the work of zoological professionals -- including veterinarians, technicians and trainers -- at Busch Gardens Tampa, as they care for thousands of exotic animals whose home is the popular tourist destination. The series showcases everything from preventive care to ground-breaking medical procedures, giving viewers the opportunity to observe what the millions of people who visit Bush Gardens each year rarely get to see. The hostess of the weekly half-hour series is actress Rachel Reenstra.

Seasons & episodes

5 seasons · 130 episodes

Episode 01

A Tale of Two Tigers

Oct 5, 2013 · 30 min

The tiger team at Busch Gardens® Tampa is asked to help start a new bloodline of Malayan tigers. They are ecstatic when Bzui gives birth to three cubs. But the excitement is short-lived when one of the male cubs comes down with a potentially life-threatening condition. Preview this episode:

Episode 02

Well Wishes

Oct 12, 2013 · 30 min

A trio of lions has just joined the Busch Gardens family. Animal Care Specialists are hand raising these cubs starting with bottle-feeding, playtime and even a doctor’s visit. Then, two critically endangered wattled crane chicks hatch… one is healthy, but the other is on the operating table fighting for his life.

Episode 03

High & Lows

Oct 19, 2013 · 30 min

Giraffe’s Cupid and Teesa are both pregnant! We’ll experience the first hours of a baby giraffe’s life. Plus, Dr. Pete makes an alligator house call while the Animal Care specialists help some younger alligators find their way home.

Episode 04

Lemur Island

Oct 26, 2013 · 30 min

The lemurs who live on Lemur Island at Busch Gardens are jumping for joy during a series of enrichment programs while Kita, the hippo, keeps a close eye on them as she swims around the island. Meanwhile, a family of Mongoose Lemurs wait while mom, Rosalita, needs to go to the Animal Care Center for xrays… discover what happens when mom is away… how do her twin daughters, Dahlia and Leena react to her absence… and what does their dad, Guillermo, do in return?

Episode 05

Elephants Fancy Footwork

Nov 2, 2013 · 30 min

The female elephants at Busch Gardens have been trained with a revolutionary new style of positive reinforcement. Witness how they are part of their health checkups, including blood draws, trunk examinations and a pedicure. Plus, discover how a new laser treatment helps heal Eva, one of the oldest elephant’s in the park.

Episode 06

Meet the New Babies

Nov 9, 2013 · 30 min

The Wildlife Docs introduce the newest additions at the park. First, it’s a big day in the lion’s den as three lion cubs enjoy a special treat in honor of World Lion Day. Then it’s off to the Serengeti Plain to meet Jasiri, the baby rhino and Kishana the baby zebra, plus not one but two giraffe calfs are introduced to the herd. Preview this episode:

Episode 07

Pretty in Pink

Nov 16, 2013 · 30 min

Witness the Animal Care Specialists teach the Hippo’s behaviors to help the Wildlife Docs give check ups, examine teeth and even take x-rays, all in the name of hippo health! And… why do flamingos stand on one leg? Why are they pink? Do they really fall in love? You’ll get the answers to those and many more questions when the flamingos come marching in on The Wildlife Docs.

Episode 08

Dogs Best Friend

Nov 23, 2013 · 30 min

We’ll try and catch up with the world's fastest land animal, the cheetah! More than a dozen cheetahs have moved into their new home, and an unlikely pair becomes fast friends. Then, Antlers, the muntjac, is not eating so he’s brought into the ACC where The Wildlife Docs diagnose his condition. Plus, Philip the Hedgehog is an Animal Ambassador at the park, helping to educate the public about wildlife conservation. Lately, Philip hasn't been feeling well, so the Animal Care Specialists call on the Wildlife Docs to find out why.

Episode 09

Spikes & Stripes

Jan 11, 2014 · 30 min

The Busch Gardens Tampa employees offer insight on the Echidna and shares the unique traits that really set this creature apart. In addition, Bengal Tiger Jafari and many more exotic animal check ups.

Episode 10

Hop, Skip & Slither

Jan 18, 2014 · 30 min

Wallabies; rattlesnakes and eyelash vipers.

Episode 11

Hoots & Hooves

Jan 25, 2014 · 30 min

The Busch Gardens Tampa employees team up with The National Audubon Society to save hundreds of wild birds a year. In this episode, the Doctors are working on a barred owl that ruptured his air sack. In addition, they encourage the lives rhinos, giraffes, antelope, impala, and many more exotic animals for conservation.

Episode 12

The Miracle of Bolingo

Feb 1, 2014 · 30 min

A gorilla goes into labor early and must have a C-section.

Episode 13

Lions & Tigers & Cheetahs, Oh My!

Feb 8, 2014 · 30 min

Three baby lion cubs arrive from South Africa and are being hand raised by the Animal Care Specialists. Much similar to people, these babies eat a lot, crave attention and love playtime, and it is time for their vaccinations.

Episode 14

Big & Quick

Feb 15, 2014 · 30 min

It is moving day for Spike the Asian elephant. He and the Calgary Zoo employees embark on a 3,000-mile journey from Alberta, Canada to his new home at Busch Gardens, Tampa where he will breed as a herd with five female Asian elephants already residing there.

Episode 15

Hook, Line & Blinkers

Feb 22, 2014 · 30 min

A bush baby has a cyst; a common loon ingests a fishing hook.

Episode 16

Best of the Big Three

Apr 5, 2014 · 30 min

Five Asian elephants enjoy mental exercises, treats and pedicures.

Episode 17

Eat, Prey, Roar

Apr 12, 2014 · 30 min

A giant anteater gets a checkup; two lesser anteaters; the crested caracara.

Episode 18

The Fast and the Furriest

Apr 19, 2014 · 30 min

A two-toed sloth; keeping gazelles healthy.

Episode 19

A Hoppy Ending

Apr 26, 2014 · 30 min

A Malayan tiger cub has a life-threatening disease never seen in tigers before.

Episode 20

Grin & Bear It

May 3, 2014 · 30 min

An older chimp undergoes medical treatment and has a birthday party with the other chimps.

Episode 21

Mother's Day and Tooth Decay

May 10, 2014 · 30 min

An otter needs dental work; alligators' maternal instinct.

Episode 22

A Really Big Day at BGT

May 17, 2014 · 30 min

Animal ambassadors educate the public about wildlife conservation.

Episode 23

A Shell Game of Thrones

Jul 5, 2014 · 30 min

African lion sisters undergo medical examinations and training; turtles and tortoises.

Episode 24

Big Day at Busch Gardens

Jul 12, 2014 · 30 min

A day in the life of Busch Gardens Tampa; feeding and training animals; a kangaroo; an orangutan.

Episode 25

Meerkat's Manners

Jul 19, 2014 · 30 min

An orangutan needs a crucial procedure; feisty meerkat medical checkups and a new habitat.

Episode 26

Baby Update

Jul 26, 2014 · 30 min

Updates on a baby zebra, a baby rhino and two giraffe calves, three tiger cubs and two lion cubs.

About the series

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Synopsis

"The Wildlife Docs" takes viewers inside the work of zoological professionals -- including veterinarians, technicians and trainers -- at Busch Gardens Tampa, as they care for thousands of exotic animals whose home is the popular tourist destination. The series showcases everything from preventive care to ground-breaking medical procedures, giving viewers the opportunity to observe what the millions of people who visit Bush Gardens each year rarely get to see. The hostess of the weekly half-hour series is actress Rachel Reenstra.

Documentary

Cast

1 principal cast

Rachel Reenstra

Host

Where to watch The Wildlife Docs

The Wildlife Docs is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The documentary has 5 seasons and 130 total episodes, rated 0.0/10 by — viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does The Wildlife Docs have?

The Wildlife Docs has 5 seasons with 130 episodes in total.

Is The Wildlife Docs still on the air?

The Wildlife Docs has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs The Wildlife Docs?

The Wildlife Docs airs on ABC, The CW.

When did The Wildlife Docs first air?

The Wildlife Docs first aired on October 5, 2013.

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