Fabulous Animals

Fabulous Animals

Fabulous Animals

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Fabulous Animals

1975- 1975

1 Seasons

6 Episodes

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Travelers' stories have long fueled beliefs in the existence of dragons, giants, sea monsters, mermaids, and magical unicorns in distant corners of the world. David Attenborough investigates these legends to uncover the truth.

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