Deep in the central African rainforest, a struggle for survival rages. This episode takes a close look at how booming overseas markets for rainforest trees threaten the existence of two groups of Africans. Cameroon's Baka people, a traditional rainforest group, have lived in harmony with the forest for centuries, but now the sound of electric saws deafens the daily music of birds and monkeys.
monkey, video link In Accra, the capital of Ghana, Annan Cedi, a coffin maker, needs these precious rainforest woods to construct fantasy coffins for international clients. Will the Baka be able to protect their ancient way of life and with it, an invaluable eco-system? And will Annan be able to maintain his business?
Title | Nature - Season 20 Episode 3 Africa: Voices of the Forest |
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Year | 2024 |
Genre | Documentary, Family |
Country | Germany, United States of America |
Studio | PBS |
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Alternative Titles | Nature with George Page |
Keyword | love of animals, animal species, wildlife, nature, environmental, helping animals, animal kingdom, knowledge, nature documentary, animals & nature, people and nature |
First Air Date | Oct 10, 1982 |
Last Air date | Nov 13, 2024 |
Season | 43 Season |
Episode | 670 Episode |
Runtime | 53:14 minutes |
Quality | HD |
IMDb: | 8.10/ 10 by 30.00 users |
Popularity | 65.813 |
Language | English |