Plot Synopsis

Narrated by Helena Bonham Carter, WILD BABIES is a half-hour documentary series that follows the adventures of baby lions, elephants, penguins, pangolins and more as they learn to navigate the highs and lows of life in the wild. The series chronicles the early live of 17 wild animal families across 16 countries. All eight episodes of WILD BABIES dropped on Thursday, May 5, 2022 on Netflix:

"New Arrivals": With his mom away, seal pup Tabo fends for himself. Lion cub Kaya's spots help keep her hidden. Elephant calf Jasiri makes a dangerous crossing.

"Home Alone": While exploring the world beyond their den, Kaya and her brothers get lost. Baby pangolin Matengu and his mom look for a new home. Tabo finds a friend.

"On The Move": Baby orangutan Mina craves freedom -- but her mama wants to keep her close. The little lions eat their first meat. A tiny turtle emerges from the sand.

"Big Families": In a big monkey family, little Chico must figure out where he belongs. Older elephants look out for Jasiri. Kaya and the cubs meet their father.

"Bonds That Tie"Baby mongoose Quito needs a mentor to show him the ropes. Sea otter pup Kesari loves being pampered. Wild dog pup Duma leads her siblings astray.

"Finding Your Place": Orphaned macaque Amma seeks acceptance. Duma's sister Venus saves the day. A cuckoo who hatches in a warblers' nest keeps the adults feeding him busy.

"Hostile Homes": Pico the penguin has two parents to keep him warm. Teen lion Minnie looks to her pride to fend off a threat. Arctic fox kit Silver learns how to hunt.

"Stepping Up": Grizzly bear yearling Spruce learns to dig for his own clams. Young dolphin Kai perfects his fishing skills. Minnie finally stands up for herself.