A day in the life of some hippopotamuses in the Queen Elizabeth National Park, in western Uganda. Hippopotamuses are vegetarians, and eat on land, during the night. In the daytime, they spend most of their time in the water, for protection from predators and the heat. The hippos also provide the cornerstone of the local eco-system.
Producers: Rainbow Boomerang Videos
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Fish – A Limited Resource
We follow a German coast guard ship enforcing fishing regulations. Topics discussed include mesh size of nets, size of fish, problem of over fishing, the Newfoundland over fishing aftermath, Canadians trying to control the European fishing craft, and Senegal in western Africa, over fishing by European boats.
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Fish Finger Production
Topics include catching the fish, laws and regulations, filleting, hygiene regulations, working conditions, quality control, sustainability of fish stocks.
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Ecological Niches
In winter, the river overflows to create shallow lagoons that provide a new living space for plants and animals. Observe pelicans, herons, egrets, ducks, warthogs, and the Nile monitor python as they secure their own ecological niche where there is food for all, only to find once winter is over that the real struggle begins for survival through the harsh summer months.
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Bees
An extraordinary look at bees, their social hierarchy, communication by scent and touch, food gathering skills and their perception of color. Organized into four key sections; division of labour, food gathering, communication and sight.