Animals go to extraordinary lengths to secure the survival of their bloodlines. In the face of predators, famine and climatic extremes they've evolved mysterious abilities to protect and provide for their young. River turtles join forces to predict the future; amphibians poison their young in the name of love; and a mother elephant introduces her calf to the family while it's still in the womb.

In a fiercely competitive world, animals face their enemies in the fight for food, family and home — employing hidden skills and extraordinary powers to win. Fearsome fish duel with ultraviolet weapons; cunning birds use incredible imitation to deceive their rivals; and lovable insects unveil their superpower in the heat of battle.