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The Rise, Reign, and Reckoning of Australia’s Cane Toads

Season 2 Episode 2 | 13m 28s

Shane Campbell-Staton joins biologist Rick Shine and toad buster Simon Middap to unpack the full story of Australia’s cane toad invasion. From unintended consequences and rapid evolution to backyard eradication and sci-fi solutions like “Peter Pan” tadpoles, this is biocontrol at its wildest — and weirdest.

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Shane meets species on the brink of oblivion, and the people who won’t let them slip away.
A journey down the Colorado River reveals the ripple effects of humanity’s quest to conquer water.
Shane investigates the future of bees, from honey bees to wild native species, in a changing world.
From runway to throwaway, Shane suits up to discover the global impact of our fashion addiction.
We enlist allies from nature to fight in our battles. But is the enemy of an enemy always a friend?
Shane goes on a global journey to discover how supermarkets have reshaped our lives and our planet.
Shane explores the Human Footprint of cotton, from ancient rocks to 21st-century politics.
Shane explores three thriving urban species and envisions a wilder future for our cities.
Shane meets five species that made allies of humans.
Shane’s love of dogs turns to awe as he discovers their profound impacts on humans.