The incredible journey of the butterflies [videorecording] / directed by Nick de Pencier ; edited by Jon Neuberger, Christopher Donaldson, Robert Swartz ; narration written by Elizabeth Arledge ; produced for NOVA by Elizabeth Arldege.
Nova (Television program) Four wings and a prayer (Motion picture)
Notes:
Originally broadcast as an episode of the television program Nova on Jan. 27, 2009. Edited and rewritten version of the 2007 documentary film 'Four wings and a prayer,' with some new material. Narrated by Stockard Channing Based on the book Four wings and a prayer by Sue Halpern. Special features: printable materials for educators.
Contents:
1. Birth of a monarch -- 2. Soaring over land and lakes -- 3. Destination Mexico -- 4. An endangered refuge -- 5. Gathering flocks -- 6. An awesome spectacle.
Summary:
Every year monarch butterflies migrate across North America to a remote area of Mexico. This presentation discusses how the butterflies navigate and endure the long journey and takes you to the locations they call home.
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