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201825 minGdocumentary

The Water Dancers

201825 minGdocumentary

Dragonflies serve as indicators of environmental conditions in South Africa, revealing important information about conservation methods.

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Dragonflies serve as indicators of environmental conditions in South Africa, revealing important information about conservation methods.

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Robyn Palmer

Robyn Palmerdirector

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Dragonflies serve as indicators of environmental conditions in South Africa. The Water Dancers focuses on innovative conservation methods in the region. Through the lens of these insects, the film presents various efforts to address ecological challenges. It runs for 25 minutes and was released in 2018. The documentary brings attention to the critical role dragonflies play in assessing water quality and habitat health.

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