Madagascar [HD] Season 1 Episode 1
Madagascar [HD]
Season 1

Ep 1. Island of Marvels

  • TV-NR
  • May 1, 2011
  • 58 min
  • 8.2  (114)

In the first episode of the first season of Madagascar, entitled "Island of Marvels," viewers are introduced to the unique and diverse ecosystem of the island of Madagascar.

The episode begins with stunning aerial shots of the island's lush green landscape, teeming with wildlife. From lemurs and chameleons to strange, spiky trees and towering baobabs, Madagascar is unlike anywhere else on Earth.

The show's host, ecologist and biologist Dr. Charlotte Uhlenbroek, takes viewers on a journey through some of Madagascar's most impressive habitats and introduces them to some of the fascinating creatures that call the island home.

First up are the lemurs, which are endemic to Madagascar and come in all shapes and sizes. Some, like the sifaka, are known for their incredible leaping ability, while others, like the tiny mouse lemur, are the smallest primates in the world.

Next, Dr. Uhlenbroek heads to the rainforest, where she encounters one of the island's most striking creatures - the chameleon. With its long, sticky tongue and ability to change color, this lizard is a true marvel of nature.

But Madagascar's strangeness doesn't stop there. The island is also home to a bizarre plant that traps insects with its sticky leaves and slowly digests them.

From the rainforest, the show moves on to the spiny desert in the south of the island. This barren landscape may seem inhospitable, but it is actually home to a wealth of weird and wonderful creatures, like the uncannily human-like Verreaux's sifaka and the bizarre-looking spiny-tailed iguana.

As the episode draws to a close, Dr. Uhlenbroek takes viewers to one of Madagascar's most iconic sights - the Avenue of the Baobabs. These towering trees have become a symbol of the island and are revered by the Malagasy people.

Overall, "Island of Marvels" is a captivating introduction to the unique and magical world of Madagascar. With stunning cinematography, fascinating wildlife, and an expert host to guide us, it's no wonder this show has become a hit with nature lovers everywhere.

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  • First Aired
    May 1, 2011
  • Content Rating
    TV-NR
  • Runtime
    58 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.2  (114)