Lions in your living room

Between the 5^th - 12^th October, BBC's Big Cat Diaries are back on the stunning plains of the Masai Mara, but this time the action will be live in what the Beeb are calling their 'most ambitious ever live international wildlife event.' With advances in infra-red technology, viewers have the chance to appreciate the big cats' extraordinary night vision as they stalk prey by night as part of the round the clock coverage. Very wisely, Jonathan Scott and Arthur King will be accompanied by the local Masai guide Jackson Looseyia and a live link will be beamed online 24-hours a day. Younger fans of the Big Cat Diaries will particularly enjoy The Little Big Cat, which follows the adventures of a lion, leopard and cheetah cub.