Film Lens
The documentary focuses on the unique ecosystem of Isla de Los Estados in Argentina, a remote island that has been a reserve for fur seals since 1923. It features the rockhopper penguin colonies and the interactions between these penguins and their predators, including sea lions. Explorer Enrique Sala captures the behavior of the penguins as they navigate threats in their environment, providing a vivid depiction of life in this pristine habitat.
Enrique Sala, the founder of National Geographic's Pristine Seas project, discusses his efforts to establish marine protected areas. Since 2008, the project has helped create 26 marine preserves covering 6.5 million square kilometers of ocean. The documentary emphasizes the importance of protecting these wild places and the ongoing need for conservation efforts in the ocean.
Why Watch
- •See rockhopper penguins in their natural habitat.
- •Meet Enrique Sala, a leader in ocean conservation.
- •Find out about marine protected areas around the world.
Did You Know
•Isla de Los Estados has been off limits to tourism since 1923.
•Enrique Sala's Pristine Seas project has established 26 marine preserves.
•The combined area of these marine preserves is 6.5 million square kilometers.
Perfect For
Wildlife enthusiastsOcean conservation advocatesNature documentary fans