Uncover the surprising ancient origins of mammals, a story that began long before the dinosaurs' reign. Surveying Earth's tumultuous past reveals how some of our earliest ancestors, the therapsids – creatures that looked like reptiles but were starting to develop mammalian traits – survived multiple global catastrophes. Through remarkable adaptations like burrowing and the emergence of warm-bloodedness, they forged a lineage that persevered against all odds. Fascinating fossil clues and cutting-edge science reveal how a small, resilient group of animals faced extinction events, outlived giants, and ultimately gave rise to the diverse world of mammals we know today, including us.
| Title | NOVA - Season 53 Episode 4 : Mammal Origins |
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| Alternative Titles | PBS新星Nova, نوا, نووآ, PBS Nova |
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| First Air Date | 1974-03-03 |
| Last Air Date | 2025-11-12 |
| Number of Episodes | 1017 |
| Number of Seasons | 53 |
| Genres | Documentary, |
| Networks | PBS, |
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NOVA Season 53 :Episode 1 Asteroids: Spark of Life? Asteroids: Spark of Life?
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NOVA Season 53 :Episode 2 Angkor: Hidden Jungle Empire Angkor: Hidden Jungle Empire
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NOVA Season 53 :Episode 3 Can Dogs Talk? Can Dogs Talk?
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NOVA Season 53 :Episode 4 Mammal Origins Mammal Origins
2026-02-11PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and...
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NOVA Season 53 :Episode 5 Stone Age Temple Mystery Stone Age Temple Mystery
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NOVA Season 53 :Episode 6 Rain Bombs Rain Bombs
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