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In conjunction with the fourth season of America the Wild premiering on the 16th Of March on Nat Geo Wild (Astro Channel 550), FOX International Channels treated Malaysians to a surprise by bringing the main man behind the series itself, Casey Anderson to Sunway Lagoon Wildlife Park.
The audience was in awe when Casey made a grand entrance with a majestic looking Albino Burmese Python wrapped on his arm. The audience also saw him interact with several other critters of the wild, such as the Slow Loris, the Small Toothed Palm Civet, the Blue & Gold Macaw, the Lesser Sulphur Crested Cockatoo, the Ball Python and the Blue Tongued Skink. The press conference also revealed insights into the show and what viewers ought to expect for this new, wild and captivating season.
“Malaysia is so blessed to be home to a variety of animals and it’s such an amazing experience for me to interact with them.”
In expressing his excitement, Casey was quick to highlight that wild animals should be treated with caution.
“It’s advisable for one to be safe around them. They are wild!” he said with a smile.
Avid fans of Casey were delighted when they were given the opportunity take photos and autographs of him during the meet and greet session. An exclusive wildlife tour given by Casey was also offered to the media and members of the public. The tour enlightened and educated spectators about the various species of existing wildlife in Malaysia, some of which were the Sun Bear, the Lesser Sulphur Crested Cockatoo and the Albino Burmese Python.
Two lucky winners Low Peng Hoong & Mahes Arvin A/L Prmananth also won a once in lifetime opportunity to explore the lush green forests of Borneo with Casey himself. The contest was a joint collaboration between Astro Circle and Nat Geo Wild to reward their loyal customers.
“It is truly an honour for us to be hosting Casey Anderson in Malaysia. His passion for wildlife is clearly known; he goes all out with guns blazing to see these creatures up close and personal. What may seem dangerous to us is just to him another day in the wild. That’s really amazing,” said Penny Tan, Marketing Director of FOX International Channels.
Penny added that FOX International Channels is proud to host the premiere of America the Wild on National Geographic Wild as it is a show that seeks to educate viewers on the fact that all creatures have their unique roles and place in the ecology.
Nicknamed the ‘animal magnet’ ever since he was a child, Casey Anderson is the ultimate wildlife lover and animal enthusiast. Hailing from Montana, United States he has long forayed into the wildlife kingdom making crocodiles, grizzly bears and mountains lions his true allies. He has been involved in television and film productions for more than 16 years, and America the Wild that specialises on North American species proves to be his most popular production yet.
This season on America the Wild, viewers will be enthralled by the many adventures of Casey as he plays it out amongst the of ‘Tofino Wolves’, ‘Vampire Bats’, ‘The Super Moose’ and many other species waiting to be discovered.
Upcoming episodes of America the Wild include:
America the Wild IV- Monster Wolf: The season premiere will unveil the mystique surrounding the ‘Tofino Wolve’, where Casey’s journey begins in the picturesque coastal hamlet of Tofino Canada. Rumour has it that these fearless creatures aren’t at all your typical wolves, and Casey delves deep to solve the mystery of these so called “Monster Wolves’. Will Casey’s valiant efforts meet success?
America the Wild IV- American Vampire In another gripping episode, Casey makes an attempt to get up close and personal with an unknown yet deadly species, the Vampire Bat. In 2011, the first death by vampire bat bite was documented in the United States, but it won’t be the last. Join Casey as he plunges deep through the frontlines of Texas and Mexico, to uncover why Vampire Bats are making a comeback. The question is should we be afraid?
America the Wild IV- Super Moose
Casey goes undercover to explain the bizzare and unpredictable moose behaviour during the peak of the mating season- when moose leave behind their solitary day-to-day existence to gather spectacukar hormone-fuellled frenzy known as a ‘supergroup’.
Truly, this season of America the Wild will have viewers on the edge of their seats as it ventures into the extreme depths of wildlife secrets.
Don’t miss the opportunity to join Casey in his adventures for the season premier starting on the 16th of March, 8.40 p.m airing on Nat Geo Wild, (Astro Channel 550) brought to you exclusively by Fox International Channel
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