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History Channel: Modern Marvels

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One of the hallmarks of man as compared to animals is that we use tools. But this difference is not nearly as absolute as some think. NATURE'S ENGINEERS 2 introduces a host of animals that manipulate their environment, often in surprisingly sophisticated ways, to trap prey, create complicated homes and even cultivate and raise food. Through extraordinary footage, MODERN MARVELSŪ profiles the master manipulators of the animal kingdom. From Egyptian vultures using rocks to crack open ostrich eggs to the Ogre-faced spider, which spins a small net that it throws at prey, you'll see these tool users and builders in action. Experts reveal how behaviors are passed from generation to generation and compare the animals' behavior to our own.