India's New Worlds is a nature documentary series that takes viewers on a journey through the diverse and vibrant ecosystems of India. Produced by Earth Touch, the show aims to showcase the incredible biodiversity and the stunning natural landscapes of the country.
The series consists of six episodes, each of which explores a different region of India, from the lush rainforests of the Western Ghats to the rugged mountains of Ladakh. Through stunning cinematography and expert narration, viewers are transported to these remote and often inaccessible places, allowing them to witness first-hand the incredible variety of wildlife that calls India home.
The first episode of the series, titled "Western Ghats: Untamed India," explores the rainforests of the Western Ghats, a region known for its high levels of endemism, or species found nowhere else in the world. From brightly colored kingfishers to elusive leopards, viewers are introduced to the incredible array of wildlife that inhabits this unique ecosystem.
In the second episode, "Bandhavgarh: Tiger Territory," viewers are taken to the forests of Bandhavgarh National Park, one of India's most important tiger reserves. Here, cameras capture the lives of the park's majestic tigers, as well as other large predators like leopards and wild dogs.
The third episode, "Gir: Lions of India," focuses on the Gir Forest National Park, the only place in the world where Asiatic lions can be found in the wild. Through stunning footage, viewers are able to witness the daily lives of these magnificent big cats, from hunting to playing with their cubs.
In "The One-Horned Rhino: Survivors of Assam," the fourth episode of the series, viewers are introduced to the rare and endangered one-horned rhinoceros, which is found only in a few pockets of northeast India. The episode also showcases the incredible diversity of birdlife in the region, as well as other iconic species like swamp deer and pygmy hogs.
Episode five, "Kaziranga: On the Frontline," takes viewers to Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to two-thirds of the world's one-horned rhinos. The episode highlights the ongoing struggle to protect the park's wildlife from poaching and other threats, as well as the innovative conservation efforts that are being used to keep the rhinos and other species safe.
Finally, the series concludes with "Ladakh: The Last Frontier," which explores the remote mountain landscapes of Ladakh, a region known for its harsh climate and sparse vegetation. Despite these challenges, the episode showcases the incredible resilience of the region's wildlife, from snow leopards to ibex and wild yak.
Throughout the series, India's New Worlds is not only a visual feast for the eyes but also a celebration of the delicate and intricate ecology that sustains these beautiful creatures. The show serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving these ecosystems for future generations, and the urgent need to protect our planet's rich biodiversity.
India's New Worlds is a series that ran for 1 seasons (2 episodes) between January 1, 1970 and on Earth Touch
