ALIVE! IN AMERICA'S DELTA
NOLA Code:
AIAD 0200 H2
Number of Episodes/Length:
3 / 30
Genre:
Rights End:
12/6/2023
Producer
Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB)
Year Produced:
2014
Version:
Base
Alive! In America’s Delta is an exciting wildlife documentary series produced by Louisiana Public Broadcasting. The series takes viewers deep into the Mississippi River Delta and the northern Gulf of Mexico to experience one of the few remaining wild frontiers in America. LPB producers and photographers follow an elite group of scientists, conservationists and law enforcement agents fighting to protect this immense natural resource, capture unique insights from the front line and gain unprecedented access to animals in the wild.
Situated at the mouth of the Mississippi River, North America’s largest river basin, and the Gulf of Mexico coastal zone, this region is one of the most geographically and biologically diverse places on the planet. The Gulf of Mexico is home to more than 18,000 different species of life. Approximately forty percent of America’s wetlands are located in Louisiana, supporting the largest commercial fishery in the lower 48 states.
Dramatic changes in the region including devastating coastal erosion, natural and manmade disasters and man’s own abuse have led to habitat destruction and threaten wildlife here. Ensuring the future of this region and the life that depends on this habitat is a monumental task. Alive! In America’s Delta gives viewers a thrilling look at the painstaking efforts to protect and manage iconic species such as the whooping crane, the American alligator, the Louisiana black bear, the Gulf sturgeon, the Kemp’s Ridley turtle and the bottlenose dolphin.
Viewers will see first-hand how technology is used to protect wildlife and the sportsmen and women who hunt and fish responsibly. Finally, the series takes a closer look at the science and technology behind habitat conservation and wildlife management, preserving this Delta and its wild inhabitants for generations of Americans.
Episode List
#201 Endangered in the Gulf
The shallow and deep sea habitats of the northern Gulf of Mexico are extraordinarily rich and diverse. The area yields more fin fish, shrimp and shellfish annually than the South and Mid-Atlantic, Chesapeake and New England areas combined. But some marine, mammal and bird species in this region are in danger of being lost forever. Only seven species of sea turtles exist in the entire world. Five of them rely on habitat in the Gulf of Mexico and three are close to extinction. Other Gulf marine species like the West Indian Manatee, the Gulf Sturgeon, and Sperm and Right Whales are also endangered. Find out how cutting edge technology is being used to monitor and protect these species and see just how successful these efforts can be.
#202 Life on the Edge
Home to one of the most ecologically diverse regions on the planet, the Mississippi River Delta in Louisiana comprises about 40% of the nation's coastal wetlands. From uplands to the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico, and everything in-between, including wet forests with cypress trees, freshwater marsh, brackish marsh, salt marsh and sandy beaches, it hosts an abundance of migratory and year-round wildlife and reptiles including 450 species of birds. Nearly 40% of the nation's shorebirds, raptors, songbirds and 70% of ducks move through this rich coastal delta. But many species are on the edge of extinction due to loss of habitat and changes brought on by humans. Meet a few of the many relatively unknown creatures struggling for survival. Discover how two of America's most iconic species, the American Bald Eagle and the American Alligator were rescued from the brink of extinction, and why sustainable management is essential to the future of these and countless other species.
#203 Delta Guardians
When you think of law enforcement, you may not automatically consider the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, but these highly trained and dedicated professionals put their lives on the line to protect both the people who live, work and play in America's delta, and the unique array of fish and wildlife that calls this region home. During times of disaster, these "swamp cops" are most often the first to the scene. They were the unsung heroes in the aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, rescuing thousands trapped after the storms, but the larger job they are called to do is even more daunting. Increasingly, they are utilizing new technology to police and prosecute poachers, educate people about water and firearm safety, and manage and protect seafood and wildlife populations and their habitats. Follow these protectors of America's delta deep into the swamps, forests marshes and coastal waters of Louisiana's wetlands.
The shallow and deep sea habitats of the northern Gulf of Mexico are extraordinarily rich and diverse. The area yields more fin fish, shrimp and shellfish annually than the South and Mid-Atlantic, Chesapeake and New England areas combined. But some marine, mammal and bird species in this region are in danger of being lost forever. Only seven species of sea turtles exist in the entire world. Five of them rely on habitat in the Gulf of Mexico and three are close to extinction. Other Gulf marine species like the West Indian Manatee, the Gulf Sturgeon, and Sperm and Right Whales are also endangered. Find out how cutting edge technology is being used to monitor and protect these species and see just how successful these efforts can be.
#202 Life on the Edge
Home to one of the most ecologically diverse regions on the planet, the Mississippi River Delta in Louisiana comprises about 40% of the nation's coastal wetlands. From uplands to the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico, and everything in-between, including wet forests with cypress trees, freshwater marsh, brackish marsh, salt marsh and sandy beaches, it hosts an abundance of migratory and year-round wildlife and reptiles including 450 species of birds. Nearly 40% of the nation's shorebirds, raptors, songbirds and 70% of ducks move through this rich coastal delta. But many species are on the edge of extinction due to loss of habitat and changes brought on by humans. Meet a few of the many relatively unknown creatures struggling for survival. Discover how two of America's most iconic species, the American Bald Eagle and the American Alligator were rescued from the brink of extinction, and why sustainable management is essential to the future of these and countless other species.
#203 Delta Guardians
When you think of law enforcement, you may not automatically consider the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, but these highly trained and dedicated professionals put their lives on the line to protect both the people who live, work and play in America's delta, and the unique array of fish and wildlife that calls this region home. During times of disaster, these "swamp cops" are most often the first to the scene. They were the unsung heroes in the aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, rescuing thousands trapped after the storms, but the larger job they are called to do is even more daunting. Increasingly, they are utilizing new technology to police and prosecute poachers, educate people about water and firearm safety, and manage and protect seafood and wildlife populations and their habitats. Follow these protectors of America's delta deep into the swamps, forests marshes and coastal waters of Louisiana's wetlands.
Program Rights
Broadcast Rights:
U/4YR
Rights Dates:
3/26/2016 - 12/6/2023
School Rights:
1YR
V.O.D. Rights:
No
Linear Live Streaming:
Yes
Non-Commercial Cable Rights:
Yes
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