The Lesser Caucasus - Between Ararat and the Caspian Sea
Synopsis
A 1,000-kilometer-long fortress separates Europe and Asia, with the Lesser Caucasus featuring diverse landscapes from alpine plateaus to desert basins.
Synopsis
Snowcocks call loudly across the heights of the Lesser Caucasus, where the mountains rise sharply from the valleys below. This region, spanning Armenia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan, features diverse environments, from icy peaks to hot desert basins. The documentary captures the lives of East Caucasian ibex as they navigate treacherous slopes in search of food. It also follows wild boars and greater flamingos in the Caspian Basin, revealing the intricate connections between wildlife and their habitats in this unique geographical area.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how the East Caucasian ibex navigate snowy slopes.
- Find out where Caucasian snowcocks search for nesting sites.
- Meet the wild boars that thrive in the Caspian Basin.
Did You Know
- The Lesser Caucasus spans a thousand kilometers between Europe and Asia.
- The East Caucasus peaks rise over 4,000 meters and remain largely untapped.
- Caucasian snowcocks can lay up to eight eggs and are monogamous.
- Greater flamingos often migrate long distances, seeking plankton-rich waters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of the Greater Caucasus mountain range?
The Greater Caucasus is a thousand kilometers long.
How high are the peaks in the Greater Caucasus?
The peaks in the Greater Caucasus are over 4,000 meters high.
Where does the Lesser Caucasus lie geographically?
The Lesser Caucasus is located between Turkey and Iran, framed by the Black and Caspian Seas.
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