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202049 minPGdocumentary

animals wildlife-conservation biodiversity

The Trapper and The Amazon

202049 minPGdocumentary

Dairen Simpson, known as the Davy Crockett of the 21st century, traps large predators like jaguars and bears for conservation projects while ensuring their safety.

animals wildlife-conservation biodiversity

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Channel: Go Wild

The Trapper and The Amazon

2020• 49 minPG

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Dairen Simpson, known as the Davy Crockett of the 21st century, traps large predators like jaguars and bears for conservation projects while ensuring their safety.

Synopsis

What does it take to trap big, ferocious predators so gently they hardly know they've been caught? One unique man: Dairen Simpson. Described as the Davy Crockett of the 21st century, Dairen travels the world's wildest frontier locations to trap jaguars, bears, hyenas and other big biters. He works exclusively for conservation projects, so must not only trap the predator, but ensure it stays totally unharmed. We join Dairen's expeditions into the wild, and share the wisdom and sensitivity he brings to his incredible mission.

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