A Scaley situation

Australia, 1984

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Linda Roach interviews Chris Banks, Keeper in Charge and Jon Birkett from the Melbourne Zoo who outline the physical characteristics of various reptiles. Illustrates first aid for venomous reptile bites. Warning: Some scenes depict zoo animals feeding. Parents and teachers are advised that some of these scenes may upset young children.

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Credits

director

Mark Laughlin

producer

James Mann

production company

Education Department of Victoria for Zoo Education Services

Duration

00:28:00:00

Production places
Australia
Production dates
1984

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