A diverse roster of dedicated specialists bring new voices to Love Nature’s natural history series, including Deep Dive North America, Snow Leopards with Dan O’Neill, Boss Shark and Wild Sky
Blue Ant Studios’ rights division oversees pre-sales and licensing outside of commissioning territories
(Washington, DC – April 22, 2024) – Love Nature, a wildlife and nature brand with linear and streaming channels available internationally, announced today a slate of new original programming that leverages some of the world’s most talented natural history experts. The new slate will offer audiences around the globe fresh perspectives on the natural world and bring a modern lens to wildlife and nature series. The new lineup of programming brings a roster of fresh, new faces to the natural history genre, who bring their scientific expertise and deep knowledge on-screen. These human characters foster real connections to animal and nature stories, elevating the insight and discovery that Love Nature’s audiences love.
The new slate includes: Deep Dive North America (working title), the second Deep Dive installment featuring break-out natural history host and wildlife biologist, Lizzie Daly; Snow Leopards with Dan O’Neill (working title), hosted by award-winning wildlife filmmaker, biologist and explorer, Dan O’Neill; Boss Shark (working title), hosted by renowned shark presenters and marine biologists, Dr. Riley Elliot and Kori Burkhardt; and Wild Sky (working title), produced by celebrated natural history filmmaker, Dr. Chadden Hunter. Blue Ant Studios’ rights division oversees pre-sales and licensing outside of commissioning territories for the new titles.
“Infusing our original programming with new talent who are leading the world in wildlife filmmaking offers a key point of distinction for Love Nature’s natural history programming,” says Carlyn Staudt, General Manager, Love Nature & Head of Commissioning, Global Media, Blue Ant Media. “The hosts and other human characters in these series ignite a sense of curiosity and wonder and act as guides who unlock perspectives on nature and wildlife stories audiences wouldn’t hear of otherwise.”
Deep Dive North America (working title) (6 x 60’)
Producer: Big Wave Productions
Building on the success of Deep Dive Australia, this new six-part series sees passionate wildlife host and biologist, Lizzie Daly, team up with a unique network of U.S.-based experts and marine research institutions to produce a unique and timely look at the incredible marine life of North America. From run-ins with salmon-eating grizzly bears and giant squid, to magical dives through giant kelp forests and bioluminescent reefs, Lizzie takes audiences on an epic journey around the shores of North America via snowmobile, seaplane, rail, road, and boat, as she discovers what makes these waters so special.
Snow Leopards with Dan O’Neill (working title) (2 x 50’)
Producer: Off The Fence
In search of new data that could ensure the survival of the elusive snow leopard, this cinematic series follows filmmaker and Snow Leopard Trust explorer in residence Dan O’Neill as he embarks on an extreme conservation mission to the mountains of Kyrgzstan and Mongolia, to gather brand new knowledge of the elusive “Ghosts of the Mountains.” Alongside expert local rangers, Dan tracks the majestic cats to reveal their hunting behavior, social dynamics, and territorial range – all to protect the future of these incredible apex predators. Cutting-edge technology, including high-end 4K camera traps, gps tracking and thermal drones helps build an incredibly intimate new understanding of these iconic big cats.
Boss Shark (working title) (1 x 60’)
Producer: WildBear Entertainment
Co-Production Partner: Discovery
This one-hour special follows an all-star team of shark specialists, including Dr. Riley Elliot and Kori Burkhardt, along the waters off New Zealand’s Stewart Island, to study the world’s largest and most accessible pack of Great White sharks in the hope of finding an elusive and intimidating Boss Shark, the alpha Great White that rules the other shark aggregations with an iron fin. Across two weeks, the team of marine biologists tests and observes the sharks in inventive ways to determine which shark is the alpha. With keen eyes for behavior and breath-taking 4K footage of Great White-on-Great White interactions, the team will unpick the hierarchy of this pack of giant sharks to uncover who’s the boss.
Wild Sky (working title) (4 x 60’)
Producer: WildBear Entertainment
Produced by the veteran natural history filmmaker, Dr. Chadden Hunter, Wild Sky takes audiences on a journey across four continents to experience breath-taking weather systems and meet animals that face the elements head on. Stunning 4K weather footage and advanced satellite imagery give viewers new perspectives of the fronts that envelop the Rocky Mountains, the Amazon rainforest and Australian deserts. From the polar vortex to a river of clouds, dust storms that feed river dolphins and fog that nourishes Africa’s desert lions, this fascinating series reimagines the sky as an invisible sea upon which eagles soar and wolves turn their noses to when it’s time to hunt.
Love Nature, headquartered in Washington D.C. with offices in Los Angeles, London and Toronto is a premium global natural history brand that delivers high-quality, captivating stories about wildlife and nature on all its platforms. Love Nature is a destination for award-winning natural history series and documentaries. It is available on top-tier pay-TV platforms and streamers all over the world. Engage with us at lovenature.com /Facebook / YouTube / Instagram