A newborn calf's first lessons in the shark-infested waters of Shark Bay
In short: Witness the first hours of Samu's life as he learns the essential skills of being a dolphin, from swimming to fishing, while navigating a world of constant danger.
Using miniature underwater cameras to eavesdrop on the 'Beachies'—a family of six dolphins in Western Australia—this film captures the first six months of Samu's life. The footage reveals the immense challenges faced by his mother, Puck, as she raises him amidst the ever-present threat of shark attacks.
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