Knowing the Komodo dragon, one of the animals most feared by man
Synopsis
Over 20,000 islands stretch from Asia to Australia, with some harboring the elusive Komodo dragon, a species threatened by habitat loss.
Synopsis
An island in the Indonesian archipelago holds the Komodo dragon, a creature that has intrigued and terrified people for centuries. European explorers first encountered these legendary lizards in the 16th century. Local inhabitants have lived alongside the dragons for over 4,000 years, passing down traditions and knowledge about their environment. The film discusses the threats posed by human activity and the need to preserve the Komodo dragon's habitat. It highlights efforts to protect the ecosystems that sustain these unique animals.
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Why Watch
- Find out what gigantic lizards were claimed to inhabit the islands.
- See how the isolation of Java shaped its unique wildlife.
- Meet the descendants of the island's first inhabitants.
Did You Know
- The first European explorers arrived in the Indonesian archipelago in the 16th century.
- Human beings have lived on the island of Java for over 4,000 years.
- The glaciations of the Pleistocene era caused Java to become isolated from mainland Asia.
- The local people have retained traditions similar to those of the first westerners.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What significant event occurred at the start of the 16th century in the Indonesian archipelago?
European explorers arrived and discovered a new world filled with impenetrable jungles and erupting volcanoes.
How long ago did human beings first inhabit the island of Java?
Human beings lived on the island of Java over four thousand years ago during the Neolithic period.
What has been done to protect the ecosystems of the islands in Indonesia?
The islands were declared sanctuaries, and their ecosystems were protected to conserve their natural habitat.
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