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Remue-ménage au Biodôme

( Season 1 )
Fully renovated from top to bottom, the Biodome is ready to reopen! Its 2,500 residents whether furred or feathered, are finally back home again. The series covers the grand adventure, following them each step of the way during a move marked by plenty of logistical, biological and scientific challenges.

Directed by: Louis Asselin (Canada, 2020)
Presented by: Chantal Lamarre.

Episodes

Episode
1
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP001
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP001
Episode 1

New residents have joined the family during the renovation. One such is the young rockhopper penguin that Chantal meets during its first medical check-up with the vet. At the airport, it's time to welcome four capybaras who have just flown in from Paris.

Directed by: Louis Asselin (Canada, 2020)
Presented by: Chantal Lamarre.
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2
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP002
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP002
Episode 2

During the renovation some of the residents found temporary homes in other zoos and had to share their space. The sloth, for example, was accommodated at Granby Zoo, and the night herons were sent to stay at the Ecomuseum.

Directed by: Louis Asselin (Canada, 2020)
Presented by: Chantal Lamarre.
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3
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP003
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP003
Episode 3

It's medical check-up day for a couple of marmosets who have just arrived from Moncton Zoo and need to be handled with the very greatest care. Chantal bravely ventures into the bat cave.

Directed by: Louis Asselin (Canada, 2020)
Presented by: Chantal Lamarre.
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4
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP004
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP004
Episode 4

Two legendary species are on their way to the Biodome: the bats and piranhas. But how to ensure that the journey doesn't upset these fish more used to still waters?

Directed by: Louis Asselin (Canada, 2020)
Presented by: Chantal Lamarre.
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5
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP005
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP005
Episode 5

Whilst waiting for the final touches to be put to their new habitat, the macaws are living in the glasshouses at the botanical garden. For the anaconda, massive and very powerful snake, it's finally time to move. A crucial step that'll have Chantal in a cold sweat!

Directed by: Louis Asselin (Canada, 2020)
Presented by: Chantal Lamarre.
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6
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP006
Episode 6

In a temporary pool, experienced divers try to capture the sea ducks, just before they move into their renovated habitat: a majestic replica of the Saint Lawrence estuary.

Directed by: Louis Asselin (Canada, 2020)
Presented by: Chantal Lamarre.
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7
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP007
Episode 7

The tropical forest is ready to receive its first residents. After a two-year absence, the female sloth is also back home again. For Chantal and the veterinary team, it's an opportunity for a detailed examination.

Directed by: Louis Asselin (Canada, 2020)
Presented by: Chantal Lamarre.
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8
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP008
Episode 8

The new king penguins, arriving from Calgary, are ready to join the other birds from the polar regions. But how will they react?

Directed by: Louis Asselin (Canada, 2020)
Presented by: Chantal Lamarre.
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9
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP009
Episode 9

The tropical zone prepares for a somewhat unusual cohabitation between piranhas and anacondas, two species that both present a certain level of risk!

Directed by: Louis Asselin (Canada, 2020)
Presented by: Chantal Lamarre.
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10
REMUE-MENAGE AU BIODOME -EP010
Episode 10

At last, the Biodome is officially open! As the marmosets are still hesitant about settling into their new habitat, the team of keepers responsible for feeding, training and caring for the animals have plenty to keep them busy. And the first visitors are about to arrive!

Directed by: Louis Asselin (Canada, 2020)
Presented by: Chantal Lamarre.
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