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The National Geographic Channel is a subscription television network that features Documentaries produced by the National Geographic Society . It features some programming similar to that on the Discovery Channel such as Nature , Science , and History documentaries. OVERVIEW In September 1997 , the world's first National Geographic Channel launched in Europe and Australia. In July 1998 , National Geographic Channel Asia was launched in partnership and distribution with STAR TV (''Before replacing NBC Asia Channel . The same happened in NBC Europe 's demise in 1998 ''). Today, the channel is available in over 143 countries, are seen in more than 160 million homes and in 25 languages. In the United States , The National Geographic Channel, launched in January 2001 , is a joint venture of National Geographic Television & Film and Fox Cable Networks . The National Geographic provides programming expertise and the Fox Network s Group provides its expertise on Distribution , Marketing , and ad sales. It is primarily a Digital Cable and Satellite channel there. In Canada , the channel is owned by Alliance Atlantis and National Geographic Channel USA, while the European versions are operated in partnership with Fox's sister company, British Sky Broadcasting (BSkyB) . This includes an English language version for the UK and Ireland , which is carried on BSkyB's own Sky Digital pay tv service. In Australia , National Geographic Channel is carried by Foxtel , Optus , Austar , Neighbourhood Cable , TransTV , and SelecTV . The Australian version includes Australian guest presenters of promotional material and to introduce certain programs, series and specials. In New Zealand , National Geographic Channel is broadcast on SKY Network Television and TelstraClear InHomeTV . In South Africa , the channel is carried by Digital Satellite Television (''also known as DStv '') is MultiChoice's multi-channel digital satellite TV service in Africa . The channel's musical signature is the Elmer Bernstein composed theme that has also appeared on the ''National Geographic'' broadcast-TV specials. OTHER NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC CHANNELS A1 (Adventure One) Channel See Also: Adventure One A1(Adventure One) is Another National Geographic Channel Asia's only outdoor adventure channel for everyone with an adventurous spirit -- from the average person to the more serious adventure enthusiast, the channel’s programs feature outdoor adventure, adventure travel, adventure personalities and special events from around the world. A1 offers non-stop, adrenaline-pumping programmes, featuring active outdoor adventures and travels. Whether it's kayaking, mountain biking, skiing, surfing, hiking, skydiving, deep sea diving or travelling for the thrill of the outdoors, A1 brings out the adventure in everyone. Brought to viewers by Fox and National Geographic, A1 is available in Singapore , Hong Kong , Korea , Thailand , Philippines , Indonesia , India , Pakistan , Indochina , Pacific Islands , Australia , Middle East and Europe . In Asia Pacific and the Middle East, the channel is distributed to over 21 million cable homes and 16 million terrestrial day-part homes. On May 1 2007 the channel was rebranded from Adventure One to Nat Geo Adventure in all countries other than the United Kingdom. National Geographic Wild Channel See Also: National Geographic Wild National Geographic Wild Channel in Asia brings viewers documentaries entirely focused on the animal kingdom and the worlds they inhabit. From the most remote environments, to the forbidding depths of our oceans, to the protected parks in our backyards, National Geographic Wild uses spectacular cinematography and spellbinding storytelling to take viewers on unforgettable journeys into the wild world and to experience the best, most intimate encounters with wildlife ever seen on television. Experience the best, most intimate encounters with wildlife ever seen on television. Backed by its unparalleled reputation for quality and blue-chip programming, National Geographic Wild brings viewers documentaries entirely focused on the animal kingdom and the worlds they inhabit. From the most remote environments, to the forbidding depths of our oceans, to the protected parks in our backyards, National Geographic Wild uses spectacular cinematography and spellbinding storytelling to take viewers on unforgettable journeys into the wild world. National Geographic Wild is part of National Geographic Channels International (NGCI). The channel will be a bilingual channel, offering a choice of either English or Cantonese soundtrack, which is a first for the National Geographic Channel. National Geographic Wild is currently available in Hong Kong Now TV channel 216 and Singapore StarHub channel 77 with further expansion expected asianwide and worldwide. National Geographic Wild in UK was launched on March 1, 2007. Nat Geo Adventure See Also: Nat Geo Adventure PROGRAMS Main category:
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