Power struggles, survival, betrayal, and rebirth... BBC's second nature documentary series, "BBC Earth's Dynasties II," exploring the fate of animal families' 'kingdoms,' to air on Animal Planet from May 8 (Fri) at 10 PM

Discovery Japan Inc., which operates Animal Planet, one of the world's largest animal and nature channels, will broadcast the second installment of BBC's nature documentary series, "BBC Earth's Dynasties II," from May 8 (Fri) at 10 PM. This series explores the lives of animals fighting for the survival of their family 'kingdoms' across diverse ecosystems in Africa and South America. Copyright: Getty Images: Angelo Cavalli/anankkml/ rschlie. BBC Studios, Nicolas Lagos, Jess Webster, Billy Clapham, Simon Blakeney, Mark McEwen The series focuses on the family stories of wild animals, dramatically depicting their efforts to continue generations, protect their herds, and forge a future. Set against the backdrop of diverse ecosystems in Africa and South America, it delves into the intense relationships woven by leaders at the top of their herds, their supporting companions, and the young entrusted with the next generation. It vividly portrays the advanced social structures and strategies of each species through immersive footage. A young meerkat queen, who lost her family in the scorching desert, chooses companions, grows, and builds a true dynasty. A puma mother in the extreme cold mountainous regions of Patagonia, South America, risks her life to raise four cubs. A young, inexperienced female elephant leader struggles to protect her herd, which includes extremely rare twin calves. A cheetah mother in the vast savanna teaches her daughters survival skills so they can become independent. A hyena clan in Zambia's Liuwa Plain, struck by drought, engages in a fierce power struggle for the queen's throne. A young alpha male Barbary macaque faces trials for the throne in the extreme environment of Morocco's Atlas Mountains. While following the turbulent dramas of power struggles, parenting, alliances, betrayal, survival competition, succession, loss, and rebirth that unfold daily within these kingdoms, the program also sheds light on contemporary threats surrounding them, such as climate change, habitat loss, and poaching. It conveys to viewers how fragile the future of wild animals is, and how full of value they are to protect. This is a grand epic of the animal kingdom, combining deeply insightful narration with stunning visuals that capture intricate behaviors. Please enjoy the highly anticipated second installment of BBC's nature documentary, which follows animals fighting for the survival of their family 'kingdoms' in the harsh wilderness. Meerkat Broadcast Date: May 8 (Fri) 22:00 Copyright: Greg Hartman Follows a young meerkat queen living in the desolate Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. To protect her offspring born in a harsh environment, she must unite her family and confront rivals, predators, and fierce sandstorms. The bonds of family are tested. Cougar Broadcast Date: May 15 (Fri) 22:00 Copyright: BBC Studios In the rugged mountains of Patagonia, a mother puma must challenge her arch-enemies to raise her four cubs, take down prey nearly three times her size, and endure harsh weather. With the most offspring she has ever had, she is a fierce mother who dedicates all her life force to protecting her family. Elephant Broadcast Date: May 22 (Fri) 22:00 Copyright: BBC Studios In Amboseli, Kenya, an extremely rare event pushes a dying elephant family to its limits. The only way to protect the future of the kingdom is for the entire family to unite and overcome this once-in-a-lifetime challenge. A dramatic survival story of elephants, where bonds are tested in a harsh land. Cheetah Broadcast Date: May 29 (Fri) 22:00 Copyright: BBC Studios In the vast savannas of Zambia, a mother cheetah protects her beloved cubs while nurturing their strength to live independently. Challenges with dangerous prey, battles with hyenas, and the harsh lesson that even small neighbors should not be underestimated. It depicts a journey of growth and a mother's dedication. Broadcast Date: May 8 (Fri) 22:00 start Regular: Every Friday 22:00 Rebroadcast: (Tue) 11:30 and others (60 minutes, 6 episodes total, new season) ■Animal Planet Animal Planet is one of the world's largest animal channel brands. With the mission of bringing people closer to animals in every possible way, it creates and provides high-quality animal content to ensure that everyone can retain the curiosity and wonder for animals they had in childhood. Animal Planet, viewed by approximately 360 million households in over 200 countries and regions worldwide, offers a rich lineup from the law of the jungle to the relationship between animals and humans, and pets like dogs and cats, showcasing the beauty of the animal world.