King Fishers

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  • 2013
  • 1 Season
  • 7.0  (33)

King Fishers is a fascinating wildlife documentary series produced by National Geographic that explores the diverse and extraordinary behavior of a variety of fish-eating birds around the world. This show first premiered in 2013, and it quickly gained popularity among nature lovers and bird enthusiasts.

The show features different types of birds that have adapted unique skills to hunt and catch their prey - fish. From the majestic Ospreys in America to the iconic cormorants in China, the show delves deep into the lives of these amazing creatures and the environments they thrive in.

In each episode, a different species of fish-eating bird is showcased, and the audience gets to learn about their feeding habits, breeding, migration patterns, competition, and much more. The series follows the birds in their natural habitats, such as lakes, rivers, and oceans, giving the audience an up-close and personal look at their daily lives, challenges, and triumphs.

The show's host, an expert on birds, provides insightful commentary and shares interesting facts about the birds featured. The host also goes on thrilling expeditions to remote locations to capture rare footage of these birds in action. Some of the most incredible moments in the show include watching the birds dive into the water headfirst at breakneck speed, and catch fish underwater with incredible precision.

One of the most fascinating things about King Fishers is the diversity of the birds it covers. For example, the audience gets to see Pelicans that fish collaboratively in groups and Flamingos that extract food from salty lagoons in Africa. The show also features unique types of birds such as the African Skimmer that glides across the surface of the water with its beak open to catch small fish, and the fishing Eagles that skim the water surface using their sharp eyesight to locate prey.

Apart from showcasing the diverse bird species, the series also demonstrates to the audience the impact of pollution and environmental changes on their habitats. The show highlights conservation efforts that are underway to protect these birds and their habitats.

Overall, King Fishers is a superb nature documentary series that both educates and entertains its audience. The stunning visuals, dramatic footage, and captivating narration combine to create a show that leaves a lasting impression on the viewers. Anyone interested in wildlife documentaries or birds, in particular, should definitely give this series a watch.

King Fishers is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (10 episodes). The series first aired on April 27, 2013.

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Episode 10
10. Episode 10
June 29, 2013
Three fishermen from around the globe face an unexpected prehistoric fish as they compete to organize the best trip.
Episode 9
9. Episode 9
June 22, 2013
Puerto Rican saltwater specialist Cedric, Texan bass catcher Chris and British catfish queen Natalie compete to organize the most fun and fruitful fishing trip.
Episode 8
8. Episode 8
June 15, 2013
Three top fishermen from Norway, the South West of England and The Gambia slug it out in an epic battle that rages on until the final moment of competition.
Episode 7
7. Episode 7
June 8, 2013
Stephan works his guests hard to bring the predators up from the deep. Round two is a more tranquil setting fly-fishing in the Spanish Pyrenees. It's winter but the trout are out in force if the fishermen can master the technique and keep their cool.
Episode 6
6. Episode 6
June 1, 2013
Sean from Cape Town takes on Steve from England and Mary from the west of Ireland. The targeted species range from yellowfin and longfin tuna in South Africa, to tiny freshwater coarse fish in England, and to the huge common skate in Ireland.
Episode 5
5. Episode 5
May 25, 2013
Fly fishing fanatic Abbie takes on Irish beach fisherman Eugene and ice angler Vidar from Sweden. In the tropical heat of Belize they fish for the hard-fighting bonefish, and in the blustery wind and rain of Ireland it's the European bass.
Episode 4
4. Episode 4
May 18, 2013
Gadget-obsessed British angler Pete, ultra-competitive American fisherman Steve and Costa Rican kayak fishing expert Ralph compete to organise the ultimate fishing trip.
Episode 3
3. Episode 3
May 11, 2013
Kevin, a jet-boating, hockey-pro from British Columbia, takes on Pepper, an American who lives in the Amazon, and Sean, from the south coast of England. In Canada they fish for the mighty, prehistoric sturgeon.
Episode 2
2. Episode 2
May 4, 2013
Aussie Outback boy Shane takes on OZ, Thailand's Bangkok Hooker and the UK's Barbel King Jason. Different fishing disciplines clash: lure fishing in Australia, deep cover fishing in Thailand and bait fishing in the UK.
Episode 1
1. Episode 1
April 27, 2013
Wes from Scotland, Guy from Botswana, and Mark from Mauritius go head to head as they battle for some of the worlds most notorious catches, including the legendary tiger fish, blue marlin, and Atlantic Salmon.
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Where to Watch King Fishers
King Fishers is available for streaming on the National Geographic website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch King Fishers on demand at Disney+.
  • Premiere Date
    April 27, 2013
  • IMDB Rating
    7.0  (33)