Sky History’s Secrets in the Ice ventures into the frozen landscapes of the past to explore the remarkable history of the woolly mammoth. This episode traces the mammoth’s evolutionary journey, revealing the adaptations that allowed this massive mammal to survive in some of the most inhospitable environments on Earth.
From its tropical origins to its eventual dominance of the Siberian steppe, the woolly mammoth’s story is one of resilience and adaptation. The program examines the physical changes that equipped the mammoth for life in the Ice Age, including its thick fur, small ears, and large stores of fat. Secrets in the Ice airs Monday, February 24, 2025, at 10:00 PM on Sky History.
