Five scientists reveal that removing keystone species can lead to ecosystem collapse, as seen in locations like the Serengeti and the Amazon rainforest.
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Five scientists reveal that removing keystone species can lead to ecosystem collapse, as seen in locations like the Serengeti and the Amazon rainforest.
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In the Serengeti National Park, ecologist Tony Sinclair joins four fellow scientists to investigate the intricate workings of ecosystems. Their decades of research reveal keystone species, like sea otters and wolves, that maintain ecological balance. Through their findings, the film illustrates how the removal of these species can lead to ecosystem collapse. The documentary premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 21, 2018, and aired on PBS's Nature on October 9, 2019.
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- Meet pioneering ecologists like Tony Sinclair and Mary Power.
- Find out how sea otters support kelp forests.
- See how wolves influence river clarity and forest health.
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- The Serengeti Rules premiered on April 21, 2018, at the Tribeca Film Festival.
- The film aired as an episode of PBS's Nature on October 9, 2019.
- The documentary received a News & Documentary Emmy Award nomination in 2020 for Best Nature Documentary.
- The film features the song 'Society' performed by Eddie Vedder, written by Jerry Hannan.
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Who directed The Serengeti Rules?
The Serengeti Rules was directed by Nicolas Brown.
When did The Serengeti Rules premiere?
The Serengeti Rules premiered on April 21, 2018, at the Tribeca Film Festival.
What are keystone species?
Keystone species are species that hold the natural world together, such as sea otters, wolves, and wildebeests.
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