The newest nature documentary from BBC2, “The Equator From The Air,” features incredible aerial footage of the delicate balance between humans and animals along the Equator.
In a recent episode, vets rush to rescue an injured elephant in Kenya that was shot with an arrow by a local farmer.
Wildlife cameraman and presenter Gordon Buchanan joins the ground team after using a helicopter to help separate the injured elephant from its herd.
Watch the video at the end.
The team successfully sedates the injured elephant with a tranquilizer dart, but one of its companions remains by its side, demonstrating the strong bonds between these highly social creatures.
After the persistent elephant is finally chased away, Dr. Limo treats the sedated elephant, removing a barbed arrow from its side.
Within 45 minutes, the elephant has been treated and rejoins its herd. Buchanan emphasizes the importance of preserving space for migratory animals like elephants.
In the same episode, the rescue team receives a call about a baby elephant with a snare stuck on its trunk. The emotional rescue is captured on camera, with the calf ultimately being reunited with its mother.
The series also explores the challenges faced by humans and animals alike in areas such as the Bidi Bidi refugee settlement camp in Uganda and the tropical rainforests of Gabon.
The show highlights the importance of finding a balance between human needs and wildlife conservation in these delicate ecosystems.
Watch the video below:
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