Here’s how David Attenborough recorded his narration for Planet Earth II

Whether it’s talking you through the mishaps of a gaze of cuddly racoons or a snake/iguana massacre, Sir David Attenborough’s way with words been a source of wisdom throughout BBC1’s Planet Earth II.

But his narration isn’t as perfect as you’d think. In fact, Attenborough is prone to making the odd mistake from his narration booth. Granted, the broadcasting legend can still record a one-hour show in two hours, but there’s still some bloopers in there.

See a few of these (somehow graceful) gaffes and learn how he used VHS tapes to write the Planet Earth II scripts in the clip below…

Script Writer. Presenter. Legend.
Sir David Attenborough on narrating #PlanetEarth2. pic.twitter.com/JwEuUVvejV

— BBC One (@BBCOne) December 11, 2016