Steering clear of alphas, whose horns, claws and other protective gear keep them ready for battle, no matter what the weather dishes out; examining killer Highland cow horns, plucky mallard bills, razor-edged wolverine claws, and more.

Meeting alphas who get by with a little help from their friends; the inescapable gang mentality of mating male dolphins; ant colonies' unique scents; female geladas always get the last word; wolves hunt family-style.