Not all desert islands are paradises: some, like this one in Bahrain, are arid and unforgiving. These cormorants are in the middle of their breeding season and must survive the sweltering desert climates (as must the crew). And lack of food for these birds means that cannibalism is another danger to consider…
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Vast deserts, dense jungles, polar landscapes and tropical seas are explored in this dazzling journey across Earth's biggest continent, Asia. From the vast Arabian Desert to the unexplored jungles of Indonesia; the biting polar wilderness of Siberia to the tropical coral seas of the Indian Ocean. Dramatic wildlife stories are captured in extraordinary locations, including the Tibetan plateau, the Gobi Desert and the Himalayas. The series features rare species of bears, rhinos and big cats, and showcases the surprising variety of animals that thrive in Asia's urban environments.
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