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Baby Animals: The Top 10

Most Independent

Season 1 Episode 8

Meet the most independent baby animals that know how to walk, swim, or slither and feed themselves shortly after birth. From baby green sea turtles who must navigate sandy beaches to reach the sea when born, to that humble loner the domestic cat. Watch as we count down our top 10 most independent baby animals on planet earth. Join us and enjoy the show.

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Explore the oddest offspring in the animal kingdom!
Cutest
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Cutest isn't just about looks, it's also about behavior and survival.
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Join the 10 young animals who become the fastest on Earth.
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Meet the ten slowest moving baby animals on our planet.
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Join us for our countdown of the most huggable creatures on Earth.
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Explore our list of powerhouse baby animals from crocodile hatchlings to eagle chicks.
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They may not be the most attractive youngsters, but each is appealing in their own way.
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Discover the most enigmatic baby animals on the planet.
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Discover the tiniest newborns and those that never grow too big.
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Meet animals whose survival depends on their teeth and fangs.
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