International Wildlife Film Festival 2025

Aldo’s Bug Extravaganza (2024)

Neil Losin

Armed with a camera and boundless curiosity, five-year-old Aldo embarks on a bug-hunting escapade, narrating his discoveries with adorable wit and charm. As the week unfolds, Aldo's wide-eyed explorations not only capture the audience's imagination, but also subtly echo the timeless wisdom of Aldo Leopold, making for a delightful ode to the joy of nature's smallest marvels.

A Good Wolf

Ramey Newell

A Good Wolf examines a 40-year conflict over a single tract of land adjacent to Denali National Park — a volatile struggle between state and federal authorities, fur trappers and wildlife advocates and competing human interests on public lands. Armed with thorough data, biologists and activists bring a new proposal to state authorities, hoping to regain protections for wolves near the park boundary. However, local trappers are adamantly opposed. Hanging in the balance are some of America's most iconic animals and wild places.

Animal Pride (2024)

Rio Mitchell

In Animal Pride, Nature's Coming Out Story, queer naturalist Connel Bradwell challenges mainstream biology's blind spot for queer animal behavior. Fueled by his love for nature, Connel discovers the science behind same-sex parenting in seabirds, hermaphrodite slugs and the hidden history of same-sex penguin behavior. Animal Pride celebrates diversity and presents a rebellion against stereotypes.

Antarctica Unearthed (2024)

Ariel Waldman

Dive into "Antarctica Unearthed", where National Geographic Explorer Ariel Waldman takes you on a breathtaking journey to the Dry Valleys of Antarctica. This stunning documentary peels back the icy layers of the planet's harshest ecosystem, revealing the ingenious survival tactics of its tiny, elusive animal inhabitants. By combining majestic aerial views and groundbreaking microscopic imagery, this series highlights the paradox of Antarctica: a frozen desert, teeming with life.

aRTIFICiAL PLANET

Chloe Warren

Recent advances in artificial intelligence technology could soon give way to films produced entirely by AI. What might that mean for the wildlife documentary film industry?

Balancing the Scales (2025)

Nina Constable

A look at the intricate relationship between beavers and migratory fish, and the impact global beaver re-introductions might be having on fish populations.

Bear Guardians (2024)

Mariah Wilson

A father and daughter wildlife rescue team cares for sun and moon bears in Cambodia. Follow their work with two amputee bears who have lost limbs from being caught in snare traps.

Birdsong (2024)

Kathleen Harris

Ornithologist Seán Ronayne from Cobh, Co. Cork is on a mission to record the sound of every bird species in Ireland - that's nearly 200 birds.

Blossom (2021)

Laura Zoon

Blossom is a colourful tribute to the tiniest beings around us. Without these hard-working creatures, our world wouldn't be the same. Every single one contributes, so let's be thankful for the small blessings!

Boca Chica (2023)

Ai Vuong Samuel Diaz Fernandez

Unrestricted access to beaches is a public right in Texas. But for the little-known, magical, and untamed stretch of beach called Boca Chica, that right is curtailed when SpaceX takes flight. "Boca Chica" uncovers the mesmerizing beauty of this fragile coastline and the fight for free access for its longtime visitors.

Conservation and Recovery of the Scarlet Macaw in Mexico

Daniel Sheirem

The Scarlet Macaw, a vibrant symbol of the Mexican rainforest, is disappearing. Conservation and Recovery of the Scarlet Macaw in Mexico explores the tireless efforts of Natura y Ecosistemas Mexicanos (NEM) to save the last remaining viable population of these iconic birds. Facing the constant threat of poaching, NEM works diligently to rescue hatchlings from vulnerable nests. By forging partnerships with local communities, they have developed a network of dedicated individuals to locate and protect macaw nests.

Coral Sea (2024)

Matt Tomaszewski

Legend has it that the islands of the Coral Sea are built on the back of a giant sea turtle. Saltwater runs through the veins of the local people, who are deeply connected to the ocean. The Coral Sea islands are also some of the most important sanctuaries for endangered green sea turtles in the world. Join local conservationists as they safeguard the future of green sea turtles, one tiny new hatchling at a time.

Coywolf

Lucy Adams

A short documentary about coyotes in New York City, this poetic film explores our relationship to wildlife in urban environments.

Crises on the Comeback Trail: Hokkaido’s Endangered Birds (ワイルドライフ「北海道　オジロワシ舞う大地　密着！絶滅危惧種レスキュー」)

Shota Tanaka

Japan's northern island, Hokkaido is a paradise for wild birds. Some endangered species of large birds there have benefited from conservation efforts over the past few decades, but new threats are putting that progress at risk. Diseases and collisions with vehicles, power lines, and wind turbines are just some of the challenges the birds face. This documentary shows how veterinarians and researchers are developing initiatives to help the birds grow in number.

Damji (2023)

Hasan Habibzadeh

Unbeknownst to their friends, a child collects drops of wastewater and carries them to a distant location…

Don’t Doubt the Trout

Isabela Zawistowska

Bernard and Rebecca of the band, Par Avion, are not your average surf rock musicians. They're passionate fly fishing anglers and conservationists who are advocating for the protection of California's endangered Steelhead trout.

Phir Bhi (Even So)

Meghna Nandy

A unique anomaly exists in the villages of the Charotar region of Gujarat, India. Here, people live in harmony with the subcontinent's largest freshwater predator: marsh crocodiles or muggers. Charotar has had fewer than 10 attacks in the last 10 years, but the issue is still deeply complex.

Fabulous Insects – Ants (Fabelhafte Insekten – Ameisen)

Jan Haft

The Fabulous Insects – Ants shows the diversity, beauty and exciting strategies of ants in their various habitats. Whether in the tropics of South America or the cities of Europe, the world of ants is full of surprises.

Flamingos: Life After the Meteorite

Lorenzo Hagerman

Finding the right mate, the right place and the right time to create a family is the most critical quest in nature. This miraculous tale follows the Caribbean Flamingos through the most delicate period of their existence. Over nine years in the making, this film breaks new ground in natural history storytelling, blending unique narration with humor and breathtaking imagery. Narrated by Julieta Venegas and featuring a soundtrack by Bryce Dessner, it promises a one-of-a-kind cinematic experience.

Friends of the Frogpool Lane

Jeremy Monroe David Herasimtschuk

Follow a group of vigilante crossing guards as they help frogs and salamanders navigate a busy road during a rainy spring night, so that these driven amphibians can arrive safely to the unique wetland that is critical for their life cycle.

Frozen Frames: Murphy’s Yellowstone

Allison Argo

Photographer Tom Murphy has dedicated his life to speaking out for the wildlife of Yellowstone. In the dead of winter, Murphy treks deep into the park to capture the lives and struggles of those who survive there. His remarkable photographs capture both the magnificence of Yellowstone and one man's tenacious dedication to protect what's still wild.

Fungi: Web of Life

Joseph Nizeti Gisela Kaufmann

With Björk as narrator and in IMAX 3D, we are taken on a fascinating journey of discovery into the world of fungi, which may hold new solutions to our biggest problems.

Healing Giants (2024)

Leo Plunkett

A pilot at the Kasigau Corridor REDD+ project receives a report of an elephant injured from human-wildlife conflict and takes to the skies to find and help it. Rangers and vets face the challenging and dangerous task of darting and treating the animal in order to save its life. In this former elephant habitat, human and elephant injuries and fatalities are an all-too-common occurrence.

Heart Of The Osa (2024)

Roman Willi Matteo Clarke

Discover the inspiring efforts of dedicated conservationists in one of the most biodiverse places on Earth—the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica. NGOs are making a difference in the fight for wildlife, protecting endangered species, restoring fragile ecosystems, and empowering local communities. From the marine conservation work of Raising Coral to the sea turtle protection efforts of COPROT Tortugas De Osa, and from the reforestation initiatives of Biriteca Agroecológica to the conservation projects led by BioSur Foundation and Las Oncas, each organization plays a crucial role in safeguarding this unique environment.

Houston's Whitebeam

Alex Darby Jake Morris

At 80 years old, Libby Houston still climbs the 300-foot cliffs of Bristol's Avon Gorge (UK), studying the region's rare plant life. This is the story of her life's entanglement with the environment.
Libby arrived in Bristol in the 1970s, grieving the loss of her husband and without the vibrant scene of British beatnik poets and artists in London she'd come to call home. Her enthusiasm for rock-climbing and her poet's eye combined with a newfound love of botany. This dedication filled her sense of loss and led to a host of new discoveries, establishing the area among the most important botanical sites in the UK.
But as it stands, there is only one known member of her namesake discovery - Houston's Whitebeam. Reflecting on its inevitable extinction prompts Libby to contemplate her own legacy. Through tragic personal loss, she finds beauty and meaning in fragments of experience.

How Deep Is Your Love

Eleanor Mortimer

How Deep is Your Love, follows intrepid biologists exploring the mysterious deep sea, where 70% of our planet lies hidden. As they uncover mesmerizing creatures and ecosystems thriving in darkness, a looming threat emerges: the prospect of deep-sea mining in this untouched wilderness. This film weaves wonder with urgency, challenging us to balance the drive for resources with the intrinsic value of an ecosystem. As we journey through this breathtaking realm, we are left to ponder how deep is our love.

Ireland’s Wild Islands Episode 2 (Summer on the Edge)

Jamie Fitzpatrick John Murray

Witness dazzling wildlife spectacles around Ireland's Atlantic islands. Spot throngs of basking sharks, frolicking humpback whales, warring grey seals, lovestruck corncrakes, and many more of the region's untamed wonders. Explore a 1,500-year-old monastery among the dizzying crags of the world-famous Skellig Islands. Spy Manx shearwaters and humpback whales, then chase after pygmy shrews on Clare before heading to the Aran Islands for a peek at an autumn spectacle.

Life (cycle) of the Hong Kong Newt (一生螈命)

Hon Shing Fung

A Hong Kong newt resides in a narrow irrigation channel, believing it would be confined there forever. However, an unexpected flood sweeps it away, carrying it through a dark passage until it arrives in a serene, azure pond. The newt finds companionship among its kind and thrived in the aquatic haven. But as it ventures back onto land after the breeding season, it encounters unforeseen threats.

Lions of the Skeleton Coast

Lianne Steenkamp Will Steenkamp

Three orphaned desert lion cubs discover a remarkable way of survival along the mystical shores of Namibia's Skeleton Coast. Documented over eight years, we follow the ground-breaking work of lion researcher Dr Philip Stander as he witnesses the orphaned cubs' incredible journey, from their first unsteady steps in the heart of the desert, to their remarkable discovery of an extraordinary life along the Skeleton Coast.

The Lost Wolves of Yellowstone (2024)

Thomas Winston

The riveting story of the first wolf pack to repopulate Yellowstone Park 50 years the park's native wolves were forcibly removed.

Love Like Ours is Rare

Athena Vlachos Harry Vlachos

Inside a modest rehab center on the outskirts of Lusaka, a small team of Zambian conservationists works around the clock to protect the world's most trafficked mammal — the pangolin. As rescued animals arrive wounded and traumatized from the illegal wildlife trade, the team battles against time to nurse them back to health, knowing that each release is a fragile victory in a much larger war.

Mega Wow | What’s Inside Owl Pellets?

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Are you ready for some Mega Wow? Join your host Katie Nguyen and her special guest Donovan as they explore what's inside owl pellets!

Mega Wow | Why Are Shark Teeth Different?

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Are you ready for some Mega Wow?

Metamorphosis (2021)

Bryn Wright

"Metamorphosis" is a metaphor for the challenges everyone experiences during adolescence…Frog wants to be stronger, Axolotl doesn't want to grow up, Ladybug is going through "phases" and Caterpillar wants things to move more quickly. Written and animated by 12-year-old Bryn Wright, Metamorphosis is an upbeat and encouraging film for all ages – especially for youth in transition.

Mighty Monkeys (2025)

Kosuke Hayashi

Japanese macaques migrated to Japan during a glacial period 400,000 years ago and flourished, developing amazing abilities. "Mighty Monkeys" ventures into regions with heavy snowfall, high mountains, and rough seas to reveal how macaques survive in extreme environments. With exquisite footage, it sheds new light on some of Japan's most iconic creatures.

Moon Crab (2025)

Leah Clare Michaels

Moon Crab is a meditation on the horseshoe crab, one of Earth's oldest living species now struggling with extreme population decline. Blending reflections on nature's cycles with experimental visuals, the film employs an array of techniques, including eco-processed film developed with seaweed, to immerse the viewer in the crab's subaquatic world. Narrated with intimate depth by physiologist Dr. Abner Lall, the filmmaker's neighbor, this documentary captures a timeless story of resilience and fragility, urging us to reconsider our connection to the natural world.

Nozawa Story (2024)

Zack McCune

What can wildlife teach humanity about the natural world? In this Japanese folk tale, a hunter learns a secret about the mountains from the bear that he attacks. Filmed on Super 8 in Nagano, Japan and Donner, California this short film features hand-drawn animations and an original synth score to bring the story to life.

OUT OF PLAIN SIGHT

Daniel Straub Rosanna Xia

What if you lived in a coastal city never knowing that the ocean hid a deadly poison? That's exactly what LA residents did for decades, until a scientist alerted LA Times journalist Rosanna Xia to a problem ignored by officials for years. They discover that as many as half a million barrels of DDT waste had been dumped into the ocean, and are finally able to connect the dots between sick sea lions, a poisoned ecosystem, and the legacy of health issues in all who've been exposed.

Polar Bear Country (2025)

Andrew Ackerman

Home to fewer than 1000 year-round residents, Churchill, Manitoba is unique: human residents are outnumbered by polar bears. Polar Bear Country explores this interaction, learning how Churchillians have learned to co-exist with, protect, and share their love of these apex predators.

Portrait of a Ranger: Connie

Leo Plunkett

Constance "Connie" Mwandaa became one of the first female rangers at the Kasigau Corridor REDD+ Project in Kenya after following her childhood passion for conservation. Connie has broken gender barriers, inspiring a new generation of young women in her community to pursue careers in wildlife protection.

Pufferfish (2022)

Julia Ocker

In an ocean full of big, bad fish, the pufferfish tries to seem as big and strong as possible.

Reindalen (2025)

Morgan Heim

In the fastest-warming place on Earth, two friends and their canine sidekick uncover how the world's smallest and fattest reindeer are thriving because of rising temperatures. But are they seeing a positive side-effect of climate change in the Arctic, or witnessing the end of innocence for Svalbard reindeer?

Roar of the Tiger (2025)

Tushar Bhojwani

Tigers in India have become a conservation triumph, their numbers rising from the brink of extinction. But as tiger and human populations grow, the boundaries between wilderness and human settlements blur, leading to frequent and often tragic encounters. Villages face threats to their lives and livelihoods, while tigers risk retaliation. This intricate dynamic underscores the fragile balance between conserving an iconic species and ensuring the safety and well-being of those living at the edge of tiger habitats. The story of India's tigers is not just one of survival but of coexistence, demanding innovative solutions that acknowledge the needs of wildlife and people.

Salmon Secrets (2025)

Jeremy Mathieu

Fish farming is pushing wild salmon to the brink of extinction. The federal government has promised to remove fish farms from British Columbia waters by 2025, but now industry is pushing back. Join Clayoquot Action's fish farm watchdog program as a team of underwater cinematographers investigates an "experimental" fish farm near Tofino. What they find shocks them, and spells potential disaster for wild salmon.

Sandcastle - The Secret Life of Potter Wasps

Roman Willi

Join a courageous potter wasp on an enthralling journey! Witness this fascinating insect's tenacity and perseverance as it navigates its dangerous realm teeming with challenges and predators.

Society of Crows (2024)

Mike McKinlay

Ornithologist and artist Dr. Rob Butler explores the complicated and beautiful lives of crows while looking back on a lifetime of corvid obsession.

Somber Tides (Maree Noire)

Chantal Caron

"Somber Tides" is a cry from the species, startled into survival against the elements. One last breath before being trampled by the Earth or maybe conversely a battle to wage against winds and tides clutching on before extinction.

Stewards of Land Chapter 3: Summer Part I

Jordan Hoffmaster

June in Montana brings a spectacular show of wildflowers and critters to MPG Ranch. The Bitterroots bloom, elk migrate to the mountains, and western toads find their breeding grounds in the wetland. Meanwhile, the stewards work through various tasks as summer fieldwork picks up. William and Joshua work to fix a Motus tower, Chuck and McKenzie focus on the native plant seed farm, Marirose leads a group of interns on a butterfly walk, and Matt explores the floodplain.

The 9th Continent

Mostafa Borzouyan Dastjerdi

A fisherman sets out into the trash-filled waters, hoping to catch fish, but hauling nothing but garbage. . Suddenly, he spots a school of fish darting in a single direction. He follows them, discovering a massive island of waste, where countless fish are trapped. Desperate, he pulls them from the filth, casting his net among the wreckage. But as he turns back, his heart sinks—his boat is now ensnared in the ever-growing sea of debris. The island isn't just expanding; it's swallowing everything in its path.

The American Southwest (2025)

Ben Masters

Narrated by indigenous environmentalist Quannah Chasinghorse, The American Southwest journeys down the mighty Colorado River, examining the astonishing beauty and biodiversity of the region, while confronting the environmental destruction from dams and the river's precarious fate. The story is told through never-before-seen wildlife sequences such as beavers building wetlands, condors recovering from the brink, and the return of Jaguars to American soil. The film beautifully advocates for better management of the river and increased wildlife conservation efforts in the iconic landscapes of the American Southwest.

The Americas – Patagonia

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Patagonia is one of the wildest places on Earth! In this action-packed episode, you'll meet amazing animals like speedy pumas, marching penguins, and funny beetles! From icy mountains to windy grasslands, "The Americas: Patagonia" shows how these fantastic creatures survive and thrive in one of the planet's most extreme and beautiful places. Get ready for close-up animal moments, fun facts, and a wild adventure you'll never forget!

The Americas – The Wild West

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Get ready for a wild adventure! In this episode, we visit the Wild West, where sneaky coyotes play in the snow, and rattlesnakes come out to say hello after a long winter nap. Busy woodpeckers race to hide their snacks, and giant bison have big battles on the grasslands. You'll also see cranes flying together on a trip they've been taking for millions of years! Nature is full of surprises—and this show is full of fun!

The Bird in my Backyard

Ryan Wilkes

The Bird in my Backyard follows a window salesman turned hummingbird expert as he documents the secret lives of the hummingbirds that nest in his urban backyard.

The Birds (2025)

David Allen Martin Dohrn

A filmmaker facing up to the twilight of his career sets out to use his camera skills to decipher the relationship between a million seabirds and a single hunting falcon. Ultimately his cinematic portrait of this "cosmic event" provides crucial insights into the mechanisms of the natural world and the difficulties of coming to terms with the end of a life well-lived.

The Grand Salmon (2024)

Jessica Wiegandt

Following three women on a 78-day paddling expedition, "The Grand Salmon" explores the effects of four dams on the Lower Snake River and their impact throughout the watershed on rapidly dwindling wild salmon populations. For over 1,000 miles, these women navigate the same waterways wild salmon have for generations, connecting the source of the Salmon River to the Pacific Ocean. From high water to extreme temperatures, this team not only faces the same natural challenges the fish do each year, but brings viewers along to experience what the construction of these dams has done to our ecosystems and wildlife.

The Hedgehog (Ježek)

Daniela Hýbnerová

A child's imagination knows no bounds, and those who get too carried away—whether while drawing or just looking at a picture—might end up completely soaked. After all, a hedgehog may not seem like much, but while it might not be the best swimmer, it more than makes up for it with its incredible strength.

The Invisible Mammal (2025)

Kristin Tieche

Against the backdrop of the sixth mass extinction, an all-female team of biologists set out to save bats from a deadly fungal disease. When the COVID-19 pandemic interrupts their work, they are sent down a path of discovery that illuminates the connections between bat conservation and the spread of infectious disease.

The Last Mermaids of Korea

Wanho Lim

The phenomenally resilient women of Marado Island at the southernmost tip of South Korea are like no one else on the planet. These are Korea's traditional Haenyeo: middle-aged and elderly female divers who hold their breath for more than two minutes to depths of up to 20 meters. They make their livelihood combing the seabed for culinary treasures for restaurants in Korea and Japan: kelp, sea cucumbers, conchs, and abalone. Once widespread across Jeju Island, Haenyeo have seen their numbers dwindle down to a handful of old-timers. Witness the daily lives and extraordinary histories of the Haenyeo as they unfold throughout the year from the depths of winter through spring, summer and autumn.

The Last Observers

Maja K Mikkelsen

Lennart and Karin are dedicated observers at their manual weather station in Sweden. They reflect on their life's work as the station faces automation.

The Little Brown Bird

KT Bryden

Once down to 80 in the wild, the Florida Grasshopper Sparrow is at risk of extinction. Biologist Fabiola 'Fabby' Baeza-Tarin and a group of unexpected collaborators work to protect the sparrows, their shrinking habitat, and the headwaters of the Everglades.

The mayan forest: When a tapir gazes upon you (La selva maya: Cuando un tapir te observa)

Tania Alvarez Guerrero

A group of children go on an adventure through the Maya Forest in search of the tapir. Their journey traverses myth, jungle and memory.

The Shepherd and the Bear

Max Keegan

High in the majestic French Pyrenees, a conflict is provoked by the reintroduction of brown bears amid a traditional shepherding community. The film follows an aging shepherd struggling to find a successor as bears prey on his flock, and a teenage boy obsessed with tracking them down. A modern folktale examining humanity's relationship with a vanishing natural world.

The World According to Jumping Spiders

Nathan Dappen Neil Losin

From Aristotle to Galileo, humanity's greatest thinkers have puzzled over the fundamental nature of color. Yet if one team of researchers is correct, new insights into what color really is – and the ways we and other animals perceive it – might not come from the human mind at all, but from the pinhead-sized brains… of jumping spiders.

Three Trees

M.R. Horhager Aaron Hong

Three trees grow and change over the course of a full year, with each of the trees experiencing the new seasons in their own unique way.

Tule (2024)

Jocelyn Estrella Garcia

"Tule" is a poetic 2D animated mixed media short film championing awareness and hope. A young Pomo girl's contemplations ring true with convictions shared by her community at Clear Lake, California. She revels in the local nature's glory, but dread strikes when she faces today's careless pollution damage that impedes cultural practices.

Turtle Walker (2024)

Taira Malaney

In the 1970s, Satish Bhaskar became a turtle walker: He walked nearly the entire coastline of India and the spectacular Andaman and Nicobar Islands in search of sea turtles. Carrying a camera and a notepad, he documented turtles' nesting areas and tried to save them from extinction. Then the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami struck, putting all his work and the creatures he loved in peril.

Uncovering Animal Minds (2024)

Josie Harris

Animal behavior scientists offer new insights into the minds of animals, while grappling with the profound implications for their welfare. "Uncovering Animal Minds" investigates the intellectual qualities of honeybees, Cornish Cross chickens, and gray wolves.

Usugilix Awakun

Matt Mikkelsen Palmer Morse

In the waters off the remote island of Iluulux̂ or so called Unalaska, Alaska, toxic algal blooms are increasingly infecting shellfish. After a community member dies from eating blue mussels, a staple cultural food, Unangax̂ scientist Shayla is working to understand these deadly blooms to protect both current generations and those to come.

Wander Alone

Joey Bania Justin Mott

A novel examination of loneliness and extinction, "Wander Alone" weaves intimate portraits of the last surviving Northern White Rhinos with meditations on the profound consequences of humanity's actions on a planet increasingly bereft of our more-than-human kin.

Wet Meadow Restoration – The Nature Conservancy in Montana

Jeremy Roberts

As part of the Southwest Montana Sagebrush Partnership, the Nature Conservancy is using simple hacks to restore critical wet meadows out in the sagebrush sea.

Where We Once Roamed

Madee Sabatier Ruthie Weeks

After re-releasing free-roaming buffalo to their native lands after centuries of absence, the Blackfeet Nation has set off on an unprecedented path towards cultural and spiritual renewal of their people, the land, and the buffalo species. Through Ethan Running Crane and Ervin Carlson's eyes, we understand the hard work that each generation is undertaking to restore this sacred animal.

Who Killed It? (誰殺了牠)

Bo-yi Lee Ying-ju Chi

Over the past three years, Taiwanese Veterinarian Yu-Husan Lin has encountered an increasing number of severe lacerations and torn wounds during emergency surgeries. Who – or what – is the culprit behind these injuries?

Wild Hope: Pangolin Protectors

Augusto Bila

Pangolins are unique, bizarre, adorable creatures, but due to the demand for their scales on the illegal market, they're also the most trafficked animal in the world. To turn the tide, wildlife veterinarian Elias Mubobo knows the solution rests in the hands of the local community — many of whom have never seen a pangolin in the wild.

Would You Still Love Me If I was a Sticky Frog?

Myles Storey

A young couple in a long-distance relationship imagine themselves as three different endangered species – the Cameron Highland Sticky Frog, the Proboscis Monkey, and the Great Hornbill.

Yuba Salmon Dance

Michael Wier

"Yuba Salmon Dance" is a captivating short film that follows the incredible journey of Chinook salmon as they return to the Yuba River to spawn. The film captures the resilience and determination of these majestic fish who have navigated obstacles, both natural and man-made, to reach the place of their birth. Through breathtaking drone and underwater footage, we get an intimate and up-close-up look.