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Changing Planet

Traditional Land Management Benefiting Modern Australia

Conservationist, M. Sanjayan learns the traditional method for starting controlled wildfires with the Kiwirrkurra community of Australia's remote Gibson Desert. These small managed burns protect against mega-fires by creating natural breaks and removing highly flammable growth.

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Dr. M. Sanjayan investigates urgent efforts to help coral reefs survive climate change.
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Sanjayan visits Australia’s east coast to explore mangrove forests, spot dugongs and more.
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Sanjayan travels to Australia to see the effects of climate change.
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M. Sanjayan continues his journey in East Africa.
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This urgent and important series charts six key wildlife habitats.
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