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Turtle Beach focuses on the phenomenon known as 'arribada', where tens of thousands of sea turtles come ashore on Costa Rica's Pacific coast to lay millions of eggs. The film follows Canadian naturalist and cinematographer Hugo Kitching as he joins a team of international scientists on an expedition to study this event. The documentary captures the unique aspects of this natural occurrence and the efforts to understand its significance.
Through the lens of scientific inquiry, the film presents the behaviors of sea turtles during the nesting period and the ecological importance of their arrival. The narrative is grounded in the experiences of the scientists as they work to uncover the mysteries surrounding the nesting habits of these turtles, providing viewers with a detailed look at both the turtles and the research being conducted.
Why Watch
- •Follow Hugo Kitching's expedition in Costa Rica.
- •See the massive nesting of sea turtles firsthand.
- •Meet international scientists studying turtle behavior.
Did You Know
•The term 'arribada' means 'arrival' in Spanish.
•Tens of thousands of sea turtles participate in the arribada.
•Millions of eggs are laid during this event on Costa Rica's Pacific coast.
Perfect For
Marine biology enthusiastsNature documentary fansConservation advocates