Meet The Meerkats

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  • 2021
  • 1 Season
  • 6.5  (52)

Meet The Meerkats is an action-packed animal documentary series that premiered on discovery+ in 2021. The series follows a family of meerkats living in the wild, offering an up-close and personal look at the daily lives of these intriguing creatures. The show is narrated by Rob Delaney, who injects both humor and heart into the storytelling.

The series showcases the incredibly tight-knit meerkat family, which is led by the dominant female, affectionately named Queen. Queen has a litter of pups under her care, and the show follows their early life stages, from first opening their eyes to taking their first steps outside of the burrow. Viewers get to see how the pups' personalities develop as they grow, and how they learn important life skills from their family.

One of the most notable aspects of the show is how much personality and character each meerkat has. Each member of the family has their own distinct personality and quirks. Throughout the series, viewers will get to know each meerkat and their individual characteristics.

In addition to following the family's daily adventures, the show also delves into the complex relationships between meerkats. The series highlights the social hierarchy within the family, as well as the intricate and often dramatic interactions between family members. Viewers will witness fights for dominance, territorial disputes, and even struggles for food.

One particularly interesting aspect of the series is the meerkat's unique behavior of "sentry duty." Meerkats assign one or two members of the family to stand at attention and act as a lookout while the others forage for food. The series explores this behavior in depth, showcasing how important it is for the meerkats' survival.

The series is set against the stunning backdrop of the Kalahari Desert, providing a visually captivating viewing experience. The show's cinematography is truly impressive, with stunning close-up shots of the meerkats and breathtaking landscapes of their home.

Overall, Meet The Meerkats is an engaging and informative animal documentary that is sure to delight viewers of all ages. Rob Delaney's narration adds an entertaining touch to the show, while the meerkats themselves steal the show with their fascinating behavior and lovable personalities. Whether you're a fan of documentaries or simply love animals, Meet The Meerkats is a must-watch.

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Seasons
Circle of Life
6. Circle of Life
June 5, 2021
Shaka pulls off a coup, stealing his brother's crown and the affections of the queen of the Wild Bunch. Marli and Zweli's pups prove experts at hunting scorpions. And following an attack by a honey badger at her burrow, Bela's future is secured by Arno.
Survival School
5. Survival School
May 29, 2021
The five pups are thriving, an incredible achievement for their first wild born litter. A new rewilded family comes to town, led by streetwise Bela who's lost her partner. When the Wild Bunch meets a deadly snake, Scar's brother steals the limelight.
Hostile Lands
4. Hostile Lands
May 22, 2021
Huge thunderstorms mark the start of summer. In Marli's Family, the five pups learn to eat solids and pup Naledi meets a giant scorpion. Zola's new love interest fends off a frosty reception by rival males. Thimba struggles to cope in the wild.
Rise of the Rebels
3. Rise of the Rebels
May 15, 2021
Marli's pups are growing fast. After a fight with the Wild Bunch, Zola encounters wild male Zipho after a new mate. Scar and Shaka settle into the Wild Bunch. Scar defends the group from a cape cobra. Thimba tries his luck joining the Wild Bunch.
Turf Wars
2. Turf Wars
May 8, 2021
Two rescued meerkat mobs face a steep learning curve as they settle into a life of freedom in the Kalahari. Marli's five pups leave the burrow. Zola's Gang crosses paths with a wild meerkat mob and turf war erupts, leaving Zola fighting for her life.
Brave New Wild
1. Brave New Wild
May 8, 2021
Two rescued groups of meerkats are finding their feet in the Kalahari desert. For the first time, these former pets face the reality of surviving in the wild. It falls on their leading ladies, Zola and Marli, to keep their inexperienced families safe.
Meet the Meerkats Trailer
101. Meet the Meerkats Trailer
April 23, 2021
These very special families are recently rescued from the illegal wildlife trade, and learning to live in the wild for the very first time.
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  • Premiere Date
    May 8, 2021
  • IMDB Rating
    6.5  (52)