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Preview of Primates: Episode Three "Protecting Primates"

Preview: Season 39 Episode 5 | 35s

More than half of the world’s primates are under threat. Meet the scientists making groundbreaking discoveries to safeguard their future.

Aired: 11/18/20 | Rating: NR

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