How do creatures attain and even exceed human lifespans in the wildest environments on earth? In this episode we meet some animal elders who help us understand the psychological mechanisms associated with long life and the positive social value long-lived animals bring to their communities.
This five-part series takes a never-before seen look at the golden years in the animal kingdom. Against the extraordinary backdrop of some of the world's most magnificent nature reserves, national parks, and wilderness areas this series brings viewers on an unforgettable journey around the globe to meet some of nature’s most interesting elders.