Ep 6. Bandits of Selous
- April 27, 2008
In Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom season 6 episode 6, viewers are taken on a journey to the Selous Game Reserve in Tanzania, one of the largest protected areas of wilderness in Africa. The episode is titled "Bandits of Selous" and follows the story of a group of infamous bandits that have been causing havoc in the reserve.
The episode begins with host Jim Fowler and his team hiking through the Selous Game Reserve, trying to locate the bandits. They learn that the bandits have been stealing livestock from the local Maasai tribe and causing damage to the reserve's infrastructure. The bandits are known to be heavily armed with AK-47s and other weapons, making them dangerous to confront.
Jim and his team soon learn that the bandits are part of a larger group that is involved in ivory poaching. The team sets up a stakeout in the reserve in hopes of catching the bandits in the act. After several days of waiting, they finally see the bandits approaching a herd of elephants. Despite the danger, Jim and his team approach the bandits to try and stop them.
What follows is a tense standoff between the bandits and Jim's team. The bandits, armed and dangerous, are not easily intimidated. After a few tense moments, Jim and his team are able to convince the bandits to leave without harming the elephants.
The episode also features several other stories from the Selous Game Reserve. One segment shows Jim and his team tracking a cheetah. They observe the cheetah stalking prey and eventually making a successful kill. Another segment features a family of lions that Jim and his team observe from a safe distance.
Throughout the episode, Jim emphasizes the importance of protecting these animals and their habitats. He discusses the impact of poaching and habitat loss on these species and the importance of conservation efforts to ensure their survival.
Overall, "Bandits of Selous" is a thrilling episode that showcases the beauty and danger of the Selous Game Reserve. It emphasizes the importance of conservation efforts and the need to protect these incredible animals from harm.
