Lost Land of the Volcano

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Lost Land of the Volcano: Episode 1

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Episode 1

BBC One - Lost Land of the Volcano, Episode 1

Wildlife cameraman Gordon Buchanan discovers the nest of the world's smallest parrot.

A team of scientists and film-makers explores the jungle wilderness of New Guinea. Wildlife cameraman Gordon Buchanan discovers the nest of the world's smallest parrot.

Series combining stunning wildlife with high-octane adventure, as a team of scientists and wildlife film-makers from the BBC's Natural History Unit explores one of the last great unspoilt jungle wildernesses on earth. 

New Guinea is a rugged tropical island that is home to some of the strangest creatures on the planet. The team is based at the foot of Mount Bosavi, a giant extinct volcano covered in thick and largely unexplored rainforest. With the help of trackers from a remote tribe, they aim to search for the animals that live there, and make some amazing finds. The cameras follow the team every step of the way as they search for the evidence that may help preserve this last great jungle forever.

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Factual: Science & Nature: Nature & Environment

An international team of scientists, cavers and wildlife filmmakers explore New Guinea.

An international team of scientists, cavers and wildlife filmmakers venture deep into the heart of the remote tropical island of New Guinea.

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