The BBC Nature documentary crew presents their latest in an impressive string of releases with Yellowstone: Battle For Life. Much like their previous release, Wild Pacific, this title focuses on a particular corner of the Earth, only this time zooming in even closer, on Yellowstone National Park.
The Movie
This short series is divided into three parts, pertaining to the most dramatic seasons in the park: Winter, Summer, and Autumn. The series also follows a more defined story narrative of the park through a full course around the sun, as we are given a glimpse into both the extreme environmental conditions present for the animals living there, as well as the many obstacles to their survival.
"Winter" is by far the most grueling of the episodes, as various pockets of wildlife battle it out - either against each other, or just the elements themselves - during the coldest winters in the continental U.S. With temperatures dipping down to -60 degrees F, and snowfall measured in feet instead of inches, available food becomes scarce and non-frozen water is in dangerously short supply. The dwindling bison population has perhaps the most difficult lot in life, but none of the animals get off easy in this challenging climate. Ironically, the heated waters from the natural geysers in the park offer both life and harm to the animals seeking relief from the harsh winter.
"Summer" bypasses Spring to jump straight to the most lush and tourist-heavy period for the park. Some of the wildlife who had migrated away for the winter have returned, and the bear populations have been out of hibernation long enough to once again be a dominant force in the park. As the most active ecological period for the region, animals are constantly jockeying for position within their pack or just the food chain in general. While a time of relative normalcy, many creatures are already planning for some of the more difficult months ahead.
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