Attenborough and the Sea Dragon

Attenborough and the Sea Dragon (McNabb Branch)
Wednesday, July 8th, 5:00 p.m.

Two hundred million years ago, a fearsome predator ruled theancient seas, and a remarkable discovery in a crumbling cliff face is about tobring it back to life. Join Sir David Attenborough as he follows thefascinating detective story behind the discovery of an Ichthyosaur, a fishlizard older than the dinosaurs themselves. Combining the best characteristicsof reptiles and mammals, these extraordinary creatures could regulate their ownbody temperature, possessed astonishingly acute eyesight, and were built forspeed, formidable hunters in every sense. From the challenging extraction ofthe fossils to a stunning 3D reconstruction of the creature, Attenboroughpieces together evidence from animals across the world to reveal how thisancient sea dragon truly lived.

This program is free and open to the public. It isapproximately 53 minutes, rated PG and made possible through Kanopy.