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Lakes and Rivers

Documentary

TV-G

49

Dec 11, 2001

Fresh water, light and warmth are the three fundamental elements that engender life. Rarely in Africa do these three come together, but when they do, the continent explodes with life.

Season 1, 6 episodes

season 1 (6 episodes)

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Lakes and Rivers,

Fresh water, light and warmth are the three fundamental elements that engender life. Rarely in Africa do these three come together, but when they do, the continent explodes with life.

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Wild Africa

Documentary

TV-G

1

49

The beautiful, ancient continent of Africa is alive with the greatest collection of wildlife on Earth.

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