Nature 1982

Overview

Nature is a wildlife television series that first premiered on October 10, 1982. Produced by Thirteen/WNET New York, the program has been distributed to public television stations across the United States by PBS since its inception. The series was created by George Page, Thomas Lovejoy, and Nyambi Nyambi. Throughout its run, the show has featured various contributors, including George Page, F. Murray Abraham, Andia Winslow, David Attenborough, and Donald C. Johanson. The documentaries focus on global wildlife issues, ecosystems, and animals, transporting viewers to diverse environments ranging from the African plains to Antarctica. In addition to its broadcast history, the series has been directed by individuals such as Helen Shaver. During the mid-2000s, a comic book based on the show was distributed to museums and schools as an educational tool for children. Today, the program remains available for viewing through various streaming platforms and PBS member stations, continuing its long-standing mission of exploring the natural world through high-quality documentary filmmaking.