Wild America

1982 • PBS
4.5
118 reviews
TV-PG
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Season 5 episodes (10)

1 Beautiful Blues
3/5/12
Season-only
From Bluebells to Bluebirds to Blue Whales — Nature abounds in examples of this primary hue. And in this wildlife programming departure, we take a lyrical look at the color blue in both the Plant and Animal Kingdoms, explaining some of the reasons why it exists. Some explanations are simple — others quite complex. Beautiful and bold, this is a wild "Rhapsody in Blue".
2 Chipmunks of Yosemite
3/5/12
Season-only
Yosemite, one of our most spectacular National Parks, is home to six species of Chipmunks. Each is found at a different altitude, from dry foothills to 13,000-foot peaks. The life stories of several of these frisky, appealing creatures, and their relationship to humans, are seen amid the grandeur of Bridal Veil Falls, Half Dome and the world's oldest and largest Giant Sequoias.
3 Cute as a Cub
3/5/12
Season-only
Marty and Diane Stouffer's children, Hannah and Luke, narrate a charming romp. Grizzly, Polar, and Black Bear cubs learn how to fish and forage, swim, climb and just have fun. We see Hannah and Luke's encounter with a pair of Black Bear cubs near their Colorado home. Never-before-filmed scenes of Wolverine cubs top off this delightful and heartwarming tribute to childhood.
4 Fishers in the Family -- Part 1
3/5/12
Season-only
The slender, luxuriously-furred Fisher is misnamed — it does not catch fish. Cat-sized members of the Weasel family, Fishers are rare, energetic and playful — but out of place in anyone's home! This fun-loving story shows how an orphaned pair of these frisky predators were rescued by Marty Stouffer and adopted by his family. They grow up with Marty and Diane's daughter Hannah.
5 Fishers in the Family -- Part 2
3/5/12
Season-only
The growing Fishers need to learn how to survive on their own before they can be released into the forest. Marty takes them on regular trips into the mountains that will some day be their home — each time they go deeper into the wilderness. But the curious Fishers would rather explore and meet new wild friends — like a Black Bear, Skunk and Mule Deer — than continue their education.
6 Growing up Wild
3/5/12
Season-only
Family camping trips take on added interest now that Marty and Diane Stouffer's daughter Hannah is old enough to keep up with them. There's fun to be had and lessons to be learned as they share with Hannah the secrets of the wild creatures and wild places they love. We see that a child's enormous capacity to learn from Nature is one of our most precious inborn gifts.
7 Kids and Critters
3/5/12
Season-only
In Spring, the wilderness is full of new baby animals. Unfortunately, some will lose track of their parents when exploring their new surroundings. Enter the Stouffer family to nurse these youngsters until their return to the wild. Pure silly fun is enjoyed by all in raising a Mountain Goat, Black Bears and Kestrel Falcons. The magic of children and discovery unite in this playful adventure.
8 The Man who loved Bears -- Part 1
3/5/12
Season-only
Marty Stouffer is studying wildlife in a remote Colorado wilderness. One spring day, he comes across the tracks of a Grizzly Bear — thought to be extinct in the state — and he follows and meets face-to-face with a magnificent male Grizzly. Excited by his discovery, Marty adopts a female Grizzly cub from a zoo. He and Griz share a cabin as Marty teaches her how to survive.
9 The Man who loved Bears -- Part 2
3/5/12
Season-only
Over the summer, the adventurous cub encounters many other creatures, among them a hungry Cougar. As winter approaches, Marty digs a den for Griz, and while she sleeps, he goes off to observe wildlife which does not hibernate. In April, Griz emerges from her den, and must learn one last lesson — to fear humans, even Marty. This separates man and bear forever.
10 Wild Babies
3/5/12
Season-only
Childhood is the age of delight and discovery for wild animals. Lively baby Skunks, Flying Squirrels, Owls, Black Bears, Raccoons and other wild youngsters learn life-saving skills — and have fun — growing up in the wilderness. A nocturnal sequence shows the complete life cycle of a Toad, from embryo to "toadlet." Also seen is the playful springtime cavorting of Mountain Goat kids.

About this show

Marty Stouffer's "Wild America" stands alone as the first and only film library to focus exclusively on the nature of America. This unprecedented series offers viewers a truly complete video encyclopedia of North American Wildlife. From the tropics to the arctic and from coast to coast, explore this magnificent menagerie - mice, moose, mink, marten, manatee and many more. Experience the full panorama of America's natural wonders. Each season is organized thematically into the following curated collections:

Season 1 Collection: Amazing And Unique Animals
Season 2 Collection: Beautiful And Beloved Birds
Season 3 Collection: Big Game Of America
Season 4 Collection: Creepy And Crawly Critters
Season 5 Collection: Cuddly And Cool Creatures
Season 6 Collection: Game Birds And Fishes
Season 7 Collection: Mysterious And Marvelous Mammals
Season 8 Collection: Nature Parks And Refuges
Season 9 Collection: Predator And Prey Olympics
Season 10 Collection: Small Game Of America
Season 11 Collection: Unusual And Endangered Species
Season 12 Collection: Watching And Photographing Wildlife

Ratings and reviews

4.5
118 reviews
A Google user
July 18, 2018
I love Marty Stauffer. I've watched Marty's programs for many years,ever since I was a young boy & I watched Marty&the animals with my Grandmother. I have been so happy&excited every time I happen by "Wild America" when watching TV&flipping through the channels,usually either late at night,in the morning,or I happen by chance to find Marty's show on the weekend when he is going out of his way to rescue&rehab an injured or abandoned young animal. I just wanted to say both "Hello",&"Thank you",to Marty while I've got the chance. My Grandmother and I watched Marty together alot of times for alot of years,&those times together with my Dear Grandmother are still and always will be some of my greatest memories. Thank you Marty,&may God bless you greatly.
6 people found this review helpful
Chris Godwin
February 11, 2019
america america the great ,,,shows were great....crazy info on just common sence. I look back and really smile ,you know that kid smile, ear to ear . then I look at where Im at now, well at least I can still look back , Thanks for the years marty
Dave Morgan
April 4, 2015
I wish I had the money to buy them all. I'm 38 and I grew up watching this show in school. Its hard to catch on tv nowadays, and when I do hear the iconic theme song from another room I come running yelling DONT TOUCH THAT DIAL!! (My kids look at me weird and say what the heck is a dial dad?). Despite the low resolution video compared to today's high def shows, my kids never complain, and actually "get it", they for 60 minutes understand why I like this show. As soon as I can afford it Marty, I'll buy them
22 people found this review helpful