Lungfish

Synopsis

Annual cycle of ‘Protopterus’ within its aestivation cocoon. The fish is discovered embedded in a lump of hardened mud, removed and placed in water, fed, and later compelled to bury itself again by draining the water from its tank.

Language

English

Country

Sweden

Medium

Film; Film. 16mm. st. b&w. 10 min.

Technical information

Black-and-white / Sound

Year of production

1934

Availability

Hire

Notes

Archival interest.

Uses

Introductory courses.*

Subjects

Biology

Keywords

fish; lungfish

Distribution Formats

Type

Film

Format

16mm

Distributor

Name

Higher Education Film & Video Library

Email

services@bufvc.ac.uk

Web

http://bufvc.ac. External site opens in new window

Phone

020 7393 1503

Fax

020 7393 1555

Address

c/o British Universities Film & Video Council
77 Wells Street
London
W1T 3QJ

Notes

Catalogue available from British Universities Film & Video Council.