Animal House, 8pm BBC2, 7th September
David attenborough delves into the world of animal high rises and subway systems
to show us that animals are way ahead when it comes to modifying the world around them. From prissy Bower Birds who constantly decorate and tidy up every inch of their nest, to hornets who build electric central heating systems. Now if all this talk of DIY is making you feel hungry then consider the burrowing owl He flys miles to collect cow dung in just the right condition to carpet the entrance to his burrow with - there's no complaining from the family though as droves of juicy bite-size beetles are attracted by the pong. If you prefer a less crunchy meal then the home of the star nosed mole could be just the ticket - it's built so that tasty worms literally drop in for dinner. To find out how watch 'Animal House' on BBC 2 tonight.
'Delightful film’, 'breathtaking footage' - Wildlife Magazine
Producer: Mark Fletcher
Series Editor: Steve Greenwood
Executive Producer: Chris Cole
Sir David Attenborough visits the decorated nest of a bower bird (Photo: BBC)
