South Pacific
Strange Islands
Season 1 Episode 5 of 6
The struggle for survival on the region's isolated islands, home to flightless parrots, burrowing bats, giant skinks and tree-dwelling kangaroos. The documentary reveals how the arrival of new species can upset the delicate natural balance, with disastrous consequences, and explores the human history of the region. Benedict Cumberbatch narrates
South Pacific airs on BBC Two Northern Ireland at 4:15 PM, Tuesday 29 September. (Subtitles, repeat, audio description.)
Topics
Education ➝ Science ➝ Factual Topics
Nature ➝ Animals ➝ Environment
News ➝ Current Affairs
Documentary
Benedict Cumberbatch
Narrator
Jonathan Clay
Producer
Huw Cordey
Series Producer