20-pound nutria invade Louisiana's coastal wetlands, threatening the ecosystem and prompting residents to find creative solutions to combat the invasive species.
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20-pound nutria invade Louisiana's coastal wetlands, threatening the ecosystem and prompting residents to find creative solutions to combat the invasive species.
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Synopsis
On Delacroix Island, Louisiana, residents confront an invasion of nutria, large rodents from South America that threaten the coastal wetlands. These 20-pound creatures, known for their orange teeth, accelerate erosion and endanger the local ecosystem. The documentary features trappers, chefs, and fashion designers who devise creative strategies to combat the nutria problem. Narrated by Wendell Pierce, the film captures the community's efforts to protect their land and culture amid ongoing environmental challenges.
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Why Watch
- Meet local chefs using nutria in creative dishes.
- Follow trappers fighting against invasive swamp rats.
- See the impact of hurricanes on Louisiana's wetlands.
Did You Know
- The film premiered at DOC NYC on November 15, 2017.
- Rodents of Unusual Size has a 98% positive rating from 46 critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
- The film has a duration of 71 minutes.
- Nutria are an invasive species from South America.
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What is the main invasive species featured in Rodents of Unusual Size?
The main invasive species featured is nutria, also known as swamp rats.
When did Rodents of Unusual Size premiere at DOC NYC?
Rodents of Unusual Size premiered at DOC NYC on 15 November 2017.
What is the average rating of Rodents of Unusual Size on Rotten Tomatoes?
Rodents of Unusual Size has an average rating of 7.8/10 on Rotten Tomatoes.
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