The nature show "Planet Earth 2" has received praises from viewers and has become a hit on BBC. But a critic has called out its producers and host David Attenborough for spreading lies that could have disastrous consequences to the environment.
Martin Hughes-Games, who hosts a similar nature program called "Springwatch" wrote in The Guardian that "Planet Earth 2" has failed to spread the word regarding the conservation of Earth's resources. He cited that the series presented nature and wildlife in such a picture-perfect way that no one would likely believe that extinction of species or the Earth's destruction is happening. He describes the BBC series as an "escapist wildlife fantasy" and its effect on viewers could only hamper conservation efforts.
In another report on The Guardian, Hughes-Games blames the producers of giving its viewers "false sense of security" about impending disasters that could threaten the Earth. But Attenborough's closing statement for "Planet Earth 2" in the final episode encourages viewers to become responsible caretakers of the planet.
The criticism comes as "Planet Earth 2" is supposed to be scheduled to run on BBC America for U.S. viewers this January. But according to TV Series Finale, the show will instead begin airing on Feb. 18 at 9 p.m.
BBC America didn't cite any reason for pushing back the air date of "Planet Earth 2" on American television. It is expected that the show will stick with its six-week run despite the delayed schedule.
"Planet Earth 2" received critical acclaim and high viewership when it first ran in U.K. television in November 2016. With its camera technology, the producers were able to present nature and wildlife intimately and in a manner that has never been captured before.
The Independent cited the work on the show as "daring and ingenious." The show is a follow up to the first series aired in 2006, which also received recognition and praise.
