The World According to Mammoth

Natural Histories by BBC

Aug 11, 20151:42Education

It’s not easy being iconic, especially when you’re on a diet. Just don’t talk to this mammoth about ice (too many bad memories). This Natural Histories Comedy is performed by Harriet Carmichael.

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