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The Best Episodes of Born to Be Wild Season 1

Every episode of Born to Be Wild Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Born to Be Wild Season 1!

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From first steps to first hunts, follow six rare baby animals as they learn survival skills and bring hope for the future of their species in the wild.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Born to Be Wild Season 1 Episode 1 - The Moon Bear Cub
    8.7/10(23 votes)

    #1 - The Moon Bear Cub

    S1:E1

    An orphaned moon bear cub has many skills to master before he can make a home for himself in the jungles of India.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Born to Be Wild Season 1 Episode 2 - The Elephant Calf
    9.0/10(20 votes)

    #2 - The Elephant Calf

    S1:E2

    The newest arrival at Zambia's elephant orphanage must overcome his shyness to bond with the herd and form a new family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Born to Be Wild Season 1 Episode 3 - The Penguin Chick
    9.1/10(16 votes)

    #3 - The Penguin Chick

    S1:E3

    A pint-sized penguin chick fights to beat the odds and conquer the many challenges that lie between him and the Atlantic Ocean.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Born to Be Wild Season 1 Episode 4 - The Lemur Pup
    9.3/10(15 votes)

    #4 - The Lemur Pup

    S1:E4

    In the untamed Madagascar forest, a ragtag group of lemurs forge an unlikely family and learn to look out for each other.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Born to Be Wild Season 1 Episode 5 - The Cheetah Cubs
    9.1/10(15 votes)

    #5 - The Cheetah Cubs

    S1:E5

    Two young cheetah brothers learn the art of the hunt before relocating to a reserve where their species hasn't been seen for 50 years.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Born to Be Wild Season 1 Episode 6 - The Lynx Kitten
    9.1/10(12 votes)

    #6 - The Lynx Kitten

    S1:E6

    Before taking on the wilderness, a lynx kitten has to prove to her human caretakers that she is ready to go it alone.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Moon Bear Cub" is the best rated episode of "Born to Be Wild" season 1. It scored 8.7/10 based on 23 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/19/2025. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "The Elephant Calf".