Islands of Discovery: The Dry Tortugas is a 23-minute documentary directed by Hyatt L. Mamoun that delves into the rich scientific history and ecological significance of Dry Tortugas National Park, located 70 miles west of Key West, Florida. The film highlights the park's role as America's first tropical marine laboratory from 1904 to 1939 and showcases ongoing efforts by the National Park Service and its partners to study and preserve this unique marine ecosystem. Through stunning visuals and insightful narratives, the documentary emphasizes the importance of field research and conservation in understanding and protecting such remote natural environments.