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Be the Creature
Genre Documentary
Created by Chris Kratt, Martin Kratt
Directed by Chris Kratt, Martin Kratt
Presented by Martin Kratt
Chris Kratt
Country of origin United States
Canada
Original language(s) English, French
No. of seasons 3
No. of episodes 30
Production
Executive producer(s) Chris Kratt, Martin Kratt
Producer(s) Chris Kratt, Martin Kratt
Running time 42 minutes
Production company(s) Decode Entertainment
Kratt Brothers Company Limited
Release
Original network National Geographic Channel, CBC
Original release October 5, 2003 (2003-10-05) – April 9, 2004 (2004-04-09)

Be the Creature is an exciting wildlife TV series. It was created by the famous Kratt Brothers, Chris and Martin. This show is different from their earlier series like Kratts' Creatures and Zoboomafoo. While those shows were for younger kids, Be the Creature is made for older kids and teens.

The main idea of the show is to put the Kratt Brothers right into the middle of the animal world. They want to show viewers what it's really like to be an animal. Sometimes, they find themselves in exciting or challenging situations. The series also shows real animal life, including how animals hunt or survive in the wild.

About the Show

Be the Creature first started in 2003. It quickly became popular for its unique way of showing wildlife. The show aims to help viewers understand animals better. It does this by showing the world from an animal's point of view.

The Kratt Brothers' Mission

Chris and Martin Kratt are known for their love of animals. In Be the Creature, they travel to many different places. They visit various habitats around the world. Their goal is to learn about animals up close. They want to share these amazing experiences with everyone watching.

Exploring Animal Life

Each episode focuses on a different animal or group of animals. The brothers observe how these creatures live. They look at their behaviors, their hunting methods, and how they raise their young. They also show how animals interact with their environment. This helps viewers see the challenges animals face every day.

Seasons of Adventure

The show aired for three seasons. Each season brought new adventures and new animals to discover.

Season 1: The Beginning

The first season of Be the Creature started in 2003. It introduced viewers to many different animals. These included large predators and smaller, unique creatures. The show aired on the National Geographic Channel and CBC.

Season 2: More Wild Journeys

A second season, called Be the Creature 2, began in 2005. This season continued the brothers' adventures. They explored even more diverse animal habitats. This season aired on National Geographic Wild.

Season 3: Final Expeditions

The third season, "Be The Creature 3", started in 2007. It offered new insights into animal behavior. This season wrapped up the series' exciting journey into the wild.

List of Episodes

Here is a list of the animals and topics covered in each season.

Season 1

  • Brown Bear
  • African Wild Dog
  • African Lion
  • Japanese Macaque
  • Lemur
  • Manatee
  • Coastal Creature
  • Chimpanzee
  • Banded Mongoose
  • Mexican Free-Tailed Bat
  • Great White Shark
  • Gelada Baboon
  • Eastern Gray Kangaroo

Season 2

  • Cheetah
  • Orangutan
  • Komodo Dragon
  • Meerkat
  • Kill Zone
  • The Pantanal
  • Galapagos
  • Spotted Hyena
  • Battling Bighorn
  • Staying Alive's
  • Weapons For Survival
  • Leopard
  • Ethiopian Wolf
  • Leopard
  • Expedition Leopard
  • Expedition Japanese Macaque

Season 3

  • Giant Panda
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