Flight of the Whooping Crane (TV 1984)

This documentary follows the migration of the endangered Whooping Crane from its wintering grounds in Texas to its nesting grounds in Canada's Northwest Territories. The film follows a ... See full summary »

Writers:

David Oyster, David F. Oyster

Stars:

John Huston

Cast

Credited cast:
John Huston	...	Narrator

Storyline

This documentary follows the migration of the endangered Whooping Crane from its wintering grounds in Texas to its nesting grounds in Canada's Northwest Territories. The film follows a group of wildlife biologists who are tracking the cranes using radio collars. The film includes beautiful images from the ground and stunning aerial photography of a crane family as they make their way northward on a perilous 3000 mile journey. The film is eloquently narrated by the late John Huston.

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Plot Keywords:

crane | whooping crane | migration | bird | nature

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Genres:

Documentary

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

February 1984 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, Texas, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$750,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

WQED

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color Color (16 mm version)

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

The Whooping Crane (Grus americana) is the tallest North American bird and the only crane species found solely in North America.

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