Six continents are featured in a nature documentary that captures bird migrations from a bird's-eye view using advanced filming techniques.
Synopsis
Six continents are featured in a nature documentary that captures bird migrations from a bird's-eye view using advanced filming techniques.
Synopsis
Birds soar over diverse landscapes in "Earthflight," a nature documentary narrated by David Tennant. The series captures migration patterns across six continents, including North America and Africa. Filmmaker John Downer uses advanced techniques, such as ultralight planes and drone cameras, to film birds in their natural habitats. The six episodes, originally aired on BBC One in 2011, reveal the challenges birds face during migration and the ecological significance of their journeys.
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Why Watch
- See birds flying over six continents
- Follow the filming of birds with tiny cameras
- Meet David Tennant as the narrator
Did You Know
- The first episode aired on BBC One on 29 December 2011.
- A two-hour version called Winged Planet aired on Discovery Channel in October 2012.
- The entire series aired on PBS starting in September 2013.
- A two-disc DVD was released in the UK on 26 March 2012.
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Who narrated the documentary Earthflight?
David Tennant narrated the documentary Earthflight.
When did the first episode of Earthflight air?
The first episode of Earthflight aired on BBC One on 29 December 2011.
How many episodes are in the Earthflight series?
The Earthflight series consists of six 60-minute episodes.
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