Natural World S30E8 — Butterflies: A Very British Obsession

7.7

Natural World•Season 30•Episode 8

Butterflies: A Very British Obsession

7.7/10 · 32 votesDec 17, 2010

Ranked #11 of 14 in Season 30•−0.2 vs season avg

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Wildlife documentary featuring the fascinating lives of Britain's beautiful butterflies filmed in exquisite detail and also a celebration of their enduring appeal to the British people. Butterfly-costumed carnival-goers dance at Notting Hill, street artist Nick Walker uses their image to brighten bare city walls, burlesque

Directed bySimon Bell

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E2 8.5

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E3 7.4

Sea Otters - A Million Dollar Baby

E4 8.0

The Himalayas

E5 7.9

Africa's Dragon Mountain

E6 7.7

The Dolphins of Shark Bay

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Butterflies: A Very British Obsession

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One Million Snake Bites

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The Last Grizzly of Paradise Valley

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Episode Summary

"Butterflies: A Very British Obsession" is episode 8 of Natural World season 30. It scored 7.7/10 from 32 votes, ranking #11 of 14 episodes this season (season average 7.9). Directed by Simon Bell, it aired on December 17, 2010.

Next: E9 · Miracle in the Marshes of Iraq Best of Season 30