15 Best Nature Documentaries to Watch on Netflix Right Now

Four months into the coronavirus pandemic, you've probably already seen Outer Banks, Selling Sunsets, Too Hot Too Handle, and more on Netflix. While nobody loves a good reality series more than me, I'm thinking it's time we throw our minds a bone and watch something at least slightly educational. The good news is that Netflix has a ton of nature documentaries to consider.

Whether you're a passionate ocean preservation advocate, a plant enthusiast, or a National Parks fanatic, there's something for everyone on this list. Some nature documentaries are serious, detailing the devastating effects of ocean pollution or animal cruelty, while others will teach you about earth's most bizarre and intelligent creatures. From the Siberian jungle to the Great Barrier Reef, these documentaries offer breathtaking, up close shots of nature that you would otherwise never see. Filmmakers spent years shooting content and speaking to scientists and conservationists so that you can learn to appreciate the true beauty of nature. Here are the nature documentaries on Netflix you can't miss.