Narrated by Ruth Cracknell and superbly animated, thirteen short segments focus on the survival of endangered creatures in their fragile habitats. The emphasis is on highlighting the plight of the animals and to foster greater community respect. Preservation of wildlife and their habitats are crucial environmental issues, and this program of short films promotes this message simply and persuasively. The Panda, Wolf, Bandicoot, Cheetah, Shark, Rhinoceros, Falcon, Rattlesnake, Spider, Seal, Gorilla, Frog and Homo Sapiens are the animals featured. Suitable for Upper Primary students and for lovers of quality animation and wildlife.
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Credits
co-director
Elisa Argenzio
Lucinda Clutterbuck
Sarah Watt
producer
Fiona Eagger
production company
ABC-TV (Australia)
Australian Children's Television Foundation
Australian Film Commission
Eco Productions
Film Victoria
New South Wales Film and Television Office
Duration
01:05:00:00
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
306492
Language
English
Audience classification
G
Subject categories
Animals & Wildlife → Birds of prey
Animals & Wildlife → Endangered species
Animals & Wildlife → Giant panda
Animals & Wildlife → Rare animals
Animals & Wildlife → Rhinoceros
Animals & Wildlife → Seals (Animals)
Animals & Wildlife → Wildlife conservation
Animation → Animated films - Australia
Childrens Films → Children's films - Australia
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Wildlife conservation
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Television → Television series
Television → Television series → Television series - Australia
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)