Granted, the Discovery channel did not start off with much differentiating itself from those ever so boring biology videos seen during high school.  They’ve diversified their programming and added a few reality television themed shows.  They’ve split off into many different channels on cable and satellite TV, focusing on such immense topics as animals (Animal Planet) and health (Discovery Health).  Filmed over five years, the “Planet Earth” mini series premiered in the United States in the spring of 2007 and redefined nature programming forever.  Every episode examined on both a micro and macro level the intertwining relationships between the wildlife, plant life and overall environment. With “Planet Earth,” the Discovery channel portrayed the world in all its beauty and splendor while at the same time entertaining millions.

, the program also acted as a huge public relations effort to promote green organizations and environmentally conscious thinking.  If for some reason you missed “Planet Earth,” do not fret.  The mini series is on the Discovery Channel at least once a month.