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201344 min0documentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Wild Appalachia

201344 min0documentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

One of the richest ecosystems in the southeastern United States thrives in the Great Smoky Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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⁦⁨Simon Nash⁩⁩

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One of the richest ecosystems in the southeastern United States thrives in the Great Smoky Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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⁦⁨Simon Nash⁩⁩director

⁦⁨Robert Jimenez⁩⁩cast

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Rangers in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park work tirelessly to protect one of the richest ecosystems in the southeastern United States. "Wild Appalachia" presents the diverse flora and fauna that thrive in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The film details the daily challenges faced by these National Park Service rangers as they strive to conserve the natural environment. Their commitment to preservation is essential for maintaining the beauty and biodiversity of this vital region for future generations.

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