1 online resource (1 video file, approximately 10 min.)
Summary
A record from the 1948 Arnhem Land Expedition lead by anthropologist Charles P Mountford that explores the abundant birdlife and waterways of Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory of Australia. Thousands of birds from around the world find sanctuary in the billabongs of Arnhem Land, feeding on the fish, insects and flowers that flourish there. Apart from their beauty, they serve the useful purpose of helping to keep the balance of nature in the uncultivated parts of Australia's far north. The film's soundtrack is perhaps the most unique ever recorded, bringing us the thrilling sound of the voices of thousands of birds breaking the quiet of the virgin bush
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Event
Originally produced by National Film and Sound Archive of Australia in 1951
