The history of these beautiful Islands from their creation as uprising lava to their being studied by Darwin to their modern day inhabitants.
Cast: Tilda Swinton
TV-GHDCC
Miniseries
3 episodes
1. Born of FireMany of the Galapagos' volcanoes that brought about its existence remain active, and there's amazing footage of an eruption of the Sierra Negra. Marine iguanas leap off lava cliffs into billowing surf; giant tortoises are groomed by Darwin's finches; and the waved alabatross shows off with a magical courship display.TV-GCC50minSep 29, 2006
2. Islands that Changed the WorldNatural history series exploring the Galapagos Islands, which lie 1,000 kilometres off the coast of South America. From flightless cormorants hunting underwater to giant tortoises courting on the rim of an active volcano, a look at the hidden side of Galapagos, revealing why it is such a fascinating showcase for evolution.TV-GCC50minOct 6, 2006
3. Forces of ChangeNatural-history series exploring the Galapagos Islands, where the forces of nature can be brutal. It's a land of fire, astride the equator, and at the mercy of the elements. This concluding episode reveals how, through time and isolation, animals and plants have evolved the most surprising ways to cope with the profound geological and climatic forces. In the new millennium, with a growing interest in this delicate microcosm of our planet, come ever-increasing challenges.TV-GCC50minOct 13, 2006
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The history of these beautiful Islands from their creation as uprising lava to their being studied by Darwin to their modern day inhabitants.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Ashley Hoppin, Jill Shinefield, Patrick Morris, Mike Gunton
- Cast
- Tilda Swinton
- Studio
- BBC
Maturity rating
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Audio languages
English
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