Nat Geo Mundo to launch.

National Geographic Networks and Fox Networks announced today the July 1 launch of Nat Geo Mundo, a nonfiction entertainment network for U.S. Hispanics that will feature high-quality original programming involving nature, science, culture and history.

“Given the growing prominence and sophistication of the U.S. Hispanic communities, we’re proud to have Nat Geo Mundo join its sister networks, the National Geographic Channel and Nat Geo WILD, to offer distinct quality programming, spectacular visuals and trusted information that characterizes all content from National Geographic, regardless of the platform,” said Steve Schiffman, President, National Geographic Networks U.S.

“Nat Geo Mundo will seek to inspire U.S. Latino families in their pursuit of prosperity, by expanding their horizons through entertainment about the world that surrounds them,” said Hernan Lopez, President and CEO of Fox International Channels, who will oversee Nat Geo Mundo in addition to FOX Deportes, the top-rated Spanish-language sports network in the U.S. and Utilísima, a recently launched lifestyle network for U.S. Hispanic women. “Nat Geo Mundo will provide hundreds of hours of top-notch Spanish-language programming for forward-thinking Latino families who want smart and innovative entertainment.”

“These sophisticated consumers want high-quality content, and they will not pay attention to programming with secondary production values merely because the program is in Spanish,” explained Sean Riley, Senior Vice President, Fox Networks, who oversees the distribution efforts of Fox Global Networks. “Our goal is to create a one-stop shop for distributors that will enable them to better serve this fast-growing and crucial segment.”