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1 online resource (streaming video file) (1 hr. 20 min. 37 sec.) ; 481945323 bytes |
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*The following program contains animal treatment that may concern some viewers*The South American cane toad's unstoppable journey across the Australian continent has long been the focus of great controversy and bizarre fascination. The cane toad was introduced to Australia in 1935 in an attempt to control the greyback cane beetle. Unfortunately, the toads were disinclined to eat the beetles. Instead, they set about doing what cane toads do best - multiplying, migrating and thriving.75 years later, in a country equipped with unprecedented scientific capabilities and unabated public will to battle the invasion, it seems nothing will stop the march of the toad. Science and genetic mutation have failed, so too has physical aggression. Fences and traps have proved ineffectual, as have natural predators and topographic barriers.No other species has occupied a nation's consciousness like the toad, which has achieved both criminal and cult status. Throughout history it has proven itself to be the ultimate survivor in the face of great adversity. It spreads, it grows, it devours. Cane Toads - The Conquest explores the history, the science, the human conflict and the bizarre culture surrounding this notorious environmental blunder. Director Mark Lewis (Cane Toads: An Unnatural History, The Natural History of the Chicken) injects his trademark irreverence and humour into a story filled with engaging characters and incredible firsthand accounts.PRODUCTION DETAILS:Written, directed and produced by Mark Lewis. A Radio Pictures production |
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Broadcast 2012-01-31 at 20:30:00 |
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Classification: PG |
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Animal introduction.
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Bufo marinus.
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Frogs -- Behavior.
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Pest introduction.
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Sugarcane beetle.
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Queensland.
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Streaming video
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Lewis, Mark, director
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Lieman, Tania, cast
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Richards, Henry, cast
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Richards, Natasha, cast
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Young, Neil, cast
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