Plot Synopsis

Hosted by Peter Gros and Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant, MUTUAL OF OMAHA'S WILD KINGDOM PROTECTING THE WILD is a half-hour docuseries that showcases wildlife success stories across the United States, inspiring the next generation of conservationists. In the series opener, "Desert-Dwelling Tortoises," Peter and Rae travel to the Mojave desert, North America's driest region, to help conservationists save the Mojave desert tortoise; they explore a groundbreaking program that helps baby tortoises and ensures the survival of the entire species. The series airs as part of NBC's "The More You Know" Saturday morning programming block. Check your local listings or visit NBC.com for more information on how to watch.
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Season 2 of MUTUAL OF OMAHA'S WILD KINGDOM PROTECTING THE WILD debuted on Saturday, October 5, 2024 on NBC (check local listings for time). In the season opener, "Into the Bear's Den," Dr. Rae and Peter embark on an extraordinary journey into the world of the American black bear. Dr. Rae travels to New Hampshire to participate in a crucial black bear den inspection, while Peter experiences a day in the life of a bear cub caretaker.