Airdate: Legends of the Wild

Strange animal attacks against humans, new apex predators, sightings of mysterious creatures …

New Discovery series Legends of the Wild follows two Aussie wilderness experts, Damian Duffy and Matt Hoffmann as they document, discover, and solve the most extraordinary mysteries of the natural world.

Damian Duffy, a former Australian army paratrooper and certified wilderness guide, and Matt Hoffmann, a professional wildlife photographer and storm chaser, are two adventurers who aren’t afraid of dangerous situations. With an unparalleled passion for wildlife, they’ve dedicated their entire lives and careers to taking on and capturing Mother Nature and its many wonders. Together they journey deep into the wild – risking it all – to explore some of the world’s most hair-raising wildlife legends.

In the series premiere, Damian and Matt head to Brazil to investigate why Brazilian ranchers are turning up dead; gored by an unknown creature. There’s a wide range of animal suspects from jaguars to caimans, but could the killer be something no one suspected?

From investigating the possible return of a long extinct deadly creature in Australia that’s killing kangaroos, to trying to solve the mystery of disappearing villagers and livestock in the Philippines, Damian and Matt set off into the wild each week to find answers. But that’s only half the battle – they must make it out alive!

Legends of the Wild airs during Mystery Month on Discovery Channel which starts 1 May and features titles that are dedicated to unmasking the truth behind some of the world’s most enduring mysteries.

Tuesday 19 May at 8:30pm on Discovery.