Planet California

A celebration of California’s wildlife and wild places, and their coexistence with the 40 million people who call it home. Famous for its beaches and Hollywood, California is also a wellspring of biodiversity. Bounded by mountains, deserts and the Pacific Ocean, here are iconic wild places like Yosemite National Park and Death Valley, as well as Baja California’s lesser-known wild beauty.

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Status	Returning Series
Original Name	Planet California
First Air Date	June 22, 2022
Last Air Date	June 29, 2022
Seasons	1
Episodes	2
Episode Runtime	0min
Language	English
Original Language	English
Production Countries	Austria, United States of America
Production Companies	Wild Logic Terra Mater Factual Studios
Networks	PBS

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Close Encounters

From blue whales to kit foxes, spectacular images bring California's wildlife into sharp focus. Natural forces reshape the land, yet some species - like the bristlecone, one of the world's oldest organisms - persist, constantly adapting to a changing world. Still, in a space shared with 40 million people, is there room for all?

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