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Tusker: Brotherhood of Elephants

Season 44 Episode 5

Follow the lives of elephant bulls in Mount Kilimanjaro and Amboseli. Get a rare glimpse into the complexity of these giants, from their drive for dominance to the subtle social bonds that form between males.

Aired: 01/13/26
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Follow the complex lives of giant elephant bulls in Amboseli and Mount Kilimanjaro.
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