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The Mediterranean south

From the beautiful Mediterranean beaches and spectacular canyon landscapes of Andalusia to the expanse of Extremadura with its holm-oak forests reaching to the horizon. Even in southern Spain, which is very popular with holidaymakers, there is still much to discover. Genetics go on the foray in the shelter of the night. These escrow cats have their largest occurrence in Spain in Europe. Vultures are also more numerous in Spain than anywhere else in Europe. It is an incomparable spectacle when griffon vultures fight over a carcass. In contrast, the European Chameleon feeds itself far more sophisticated: in a fraction of a second, the approximately half meter long tongue shoots out: once targeted, insects have no chance. The hoopoe, which is unmistakable with its typical feather cap, also appreciates the rich offer of insects in Spain. With around 30,000 breeding pairs, white storks have one of their most important distribution areas in Spain. Under water, the animal wealth of southern Spain finally reaches its peak. The protected areas in the Mediterranean have incredible biodiversity: bizarre sea snails almost alien in appearance, graceful seahorses, huge swarms of barracudas and elegant blue sharks have their habitat here. The south of Spain has shaped the people of the region. The documentation accompanies a farmer in Extremadura, the wild west of Spain, and a fisherman who practices sustainable fishing off the coast of the Cabo de Gata sanctuary.

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  • Originally Aired October 24, 2016
  • Runtime 45 minutes
  • Network Arte
  • Created December 16, 2018 by
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  • Modified December 16, 2018 by
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Name Type Role
Hans-Peter Kuttler Writer
Hans-Peter Kuttler Director