The ticking clock for two of the ocean's rarest mammals
In short: Explore the precarious existence of manatees and dugongs. This documentary showcases exclusive footage of these elusive creatures, highlighting the urgent conservation efforts required to prevent their extinction in a rapidly changing world.
Manatees face a dire situation in U.S. waters, where hundreds are killed annually by boat strikes, disease, and cold weather. The year 2006 stands as a grim milestone, marking the worst year on record with 416 manatee deaths. With only a few thousand remaining in the wild—primarily within the developed wetlands of Florida—conservationists are racing against time.
The film also tracks the dugong, a rare relative of the manatee that survives in isolated global pockets. These animals are notoriously difficult to locate and photograph, even within marine sanctuaries like those in Abu Dhabi. The program provides a look at the scientific field exams and high-definition captures used to monitor and protect these species.
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