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Alan the aardvark's friends, weary of his endless fascination with ants, arrange for him to go on a holiday, hoping a change of scenery will distract him. During the break, his specialised ant‑hunting skills unexpectedly become valuable in the new environment.

The Story of Alan the Aardvark is a self‑contained episode that follows the titular creature in a short, stand‑alone adventure. It is presented as a programme rather than a series, and its format centres on a single narrative about Alan and his companions. In the episode Alan’s friends grow weary of his relentless fascination with ants, so they decide to give him a break by sending him away on a holiday. Their decision is motivated purely by boredom with his constant ant‑obsession, and the trip is arranged as a way to get some distance from his preoccupation. Once Alan is away from his usual surroundings, the situation changes and the very talents that his friends found tiresome start to prove valuable. Events that unfold during his holiday create circumstances where his knowledge of ants and related skills become unexpectedly useful. By the end of the story, the holiday that began as a means to escape Alan’s fixation ends up highlighting how his specialised abilities can be an asset. The episode therefore turns the initial premise on its head, showing that what was once a source of irritation can also serve a purpose when the right moment arrives.