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Aldabra Reprieved

Synopsis
An effective piece of nature conservation propaganda which demonstrates the unique nature of the fauna of the coral island of Aldabra (in the Indian Ocean, north of Madagascar), which was at one time threatened with destruction by a proposed air base. Some twenty species or varieties which are unique to the island are discussed and illustrated and reference made to the differences from their mainland relatives. Illustrates the importance of island isolation in the development of new species.
Series
Survival, Series
Language
English
Medium
Film; Film. 16mm. sd. col. 24 min.
Technical information
Black-and-white / Sound
Year of production
1973
Availability
Sale
Uses
Zoology courses.
Subjects
Biology
Keywords
Seychelles Islands; wildlife conservation

Distribution Formats

Type
Film
Format
16mm

Production Company

Name

Anglia Television

Distributor

Name

Survival Anglia

Phone
01603 615151
Fax
01603 765887
Address
Anglia House
Norwich
NR1 3JG

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