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Hawaii
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The most remote island chain on Earth, Hawaii is a haven for wildlife.
Borneo
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In Borneo, the struggle to survive is the secret to its great diversity of life.
Madagascar
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Explore Madagascar, the oldest island on Earth, where life has evolved in unique ways.
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Journey to three of the most exotic islands on the planet: Madagascar, Borneo and Hawaii.
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In Borneo, the struggle to survive is the secret to its great diversity of life.
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The most remote island chain on Earth, Hawaii is a haven for wildlife.
The Gobies’ Ascent to Safety
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Hawaii’s upland rivers provide a safe haven from predators for young gobies.
How Fishermen Recycle the Trash Polluting Borneo’s Shores
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Fishermen Rajamil and Pidel Wali walk along the shores collecting plastic to use as lures.
A Race to Honor Hawaii’s Ancestors
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In honor of their seafaring ancestors, Hawaii hosts a 42-mile canoe race every year.
The Return of the White Tern
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White terns were once revered by the ancient Polynesians.
The Sea Nomads of Borneo
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On Borneo’s coast, the Bajau Laut spend much of their day hunting underwater.
Indah the Orangutan and Her Treatment for Arthritis
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Twentinolosa spends almost every day with the orangutans that dwell in Borneo's forests.
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