Africa Untamed Season 1 Episode 1 Megeti: Africa's Lost Wolf

  • February 16, 2018
  • 50 min

Africa Untamed season 1 episode 1, titled "Megeti: Africa's Lost Wolf," follows a team of seasoned wildlife biologists and filmmakers as they embark on a mission to find and document the elusive African wolf, Megeti. Megeti, also known as the Ethiopian wolf, is the rarest and most endangered canid in the world, with only around 500 individuals left in the wild.

The episode takes place in the Bale Mountains National Park in Ethiopia, one of the few remaining habitats where Megeti is found. The team travels through the rugged terrain of the park, facing challenges such as steep mountain slopes, icy weather, and a lack of oxygen due to high altitude. The team encounters various other wildlife, including Gelada baboons, mountain nyala, and giant mole rats, all competing for survival in the same harsh environment.

Through interviews with local experts and stunning footage captured by drones and hidden cameras, the team learns about the threats facing Megeti, including habitat loss, disease, and human encroachment. The team shares their knowledge with the local community, hoping to raise awareness and encourage conservation efforts.

The team eventually spots a pack of Megeti, but one of the wolves seems to be in distress. They quickly realize that the wolf has been caught in a snare set by local farmers to protect their livestock. The team works with park rangers and veterinarians to safely remove the snare and provide medical attention to the injured wolf.

The episode ends with the team reflecting on their experience and the importance of protecting endangered species like Megeti. Viewers are left with a sense of awe and appreciation for the incredible biodiversity of Africa's wildlife, as well as an understanding of the urgent need for conservation efforts.

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Description
  • First Aired
    February 16, 2018
  • Runtime
    50 min
  • Language
    English