Describes an expedition organized by Marineland of South Australia to Franklin Island in 1974. The party, which included experienced field naturalists, divers and photographers, observed and recorded the behaviour of aquatic and land animals. Credits include: script and edited by Douglas Steen; photographed by Peter George, Peter Caprioli, Igo Oak, Doug Seaton; sound by Ray Swaby, Norman Robinson; commentary by Roger Caldwell.
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ACMI Identifier
003433
Language
English
Subject categories
Animals & Wildlife → Animal behavior
Animals & Wildlife → Marine biology
Animals & Wildlife → Marine fauna
Animals & Wildlife → Wildlife conservation - Australia
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Franklin Island (S. Aust.)
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Travel
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Island ecology
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Marine fauna
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Natural history
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Wildlife conservation - Australia
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Marine biology
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)