The Living Planet (1984)
S01E09 The Margins of the Land
Episode Overview
This episode delves into the diverse ecosystems found along coastlines, highlighting mud flats, mangrove swamps, rocky pools, and sandy beaches. Viewers are introduced to a variety of wildlife, including insects, crustaceans, worms, deer, boar, mudskippers, crabs, waterfowl, otters, crocodiles, and a stunning array of marine life such as sea urchins, anemones, starfish, mussels, and mollusks. The episode also showcases the incredible nesting behaviors of majestic sea turtles, illustrating the intricate connections within these coastal habitats.