Palolo worms spawn at night in a rare event captured for the first time, revealing the vibrant ecosystems of Saudi Arabia's coastal waters.
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Palolo worms spawn at night in a rare event captured for the first time, revealing the vibrant ecosystems of Saudi Arabia's coastal waters.
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Synopsis
Sir David Attenborough narrates 'Desert Seas', focusing on the underwater ecosystems of Saudi Arabia's Red Sea and the Persian Gulf. The documentary features the rare spawning of Palolo worms, occurring at night. Attenborough guides the audience through these marine environments. The film presents a variety of marine life and discusses the ecological conditions of these regions. It runs for 45 minutes and was directed by Domonic Smith-Weston, with contributions from Simon Rogers and Hugh Miller.
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Why Watch
- See the rare spawning of Palolo worms at night.
- Meet diverse marine life in the Red Sea.
- Find out about Saudi Arabia's unique underwater ecosystems.
Did You Know
- Palolo worms spawn at night, a rare event captured for the first time.
- The documentary focuses on the Red Sea and the hot muddy Gulf.
- The film has a duration of 45 minutes.
- It was produced in three countries: Saudi Arabia, the US, and Great Britain.
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Who directed the documentary Desert Seas?
Desert Seas was directed by Domonic Smith-Weston.
What unique phenomenon is captured in Desert Seas?
The documentary captures the rare phenomenon of Palolo worms spawning at night.
What are the main marine environments featured in Desert Seas?
The main marine environments featured are the Red Sea and the hot muddy Gulf of Saudi Arabia.
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