Animal Planet HD Gets International Rollout

SILVER SPRING, January 12: Discovery Communications is expanding the reach of Animal Planet HD with a new launch on the Canal Digital platform in Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland on February 3.

The hi-def channel will showcase a variety of wildlife and natural-history entertainment. Programs include In Too Deep, looking at some of the world’s harshest climates; Pandamonium, about a panda research and conservation facility; and Groomer Has It, a pet-grooming competition series.

"The launch of Animal Planet HD reinforces the strong appeal of the Animal Planet brand and further extends Discovery’s global leadership in the HD arena," said Greg Ricca, the president and CEO of Discovery Networks International. "We are committed to investing in new programming and services that serve the needs of affiliates around the world and enhance the viewing experience for consumers."

—By Kristin Brzoznowski