Saving Australia's Wild West

Host David Yetman takes viewers on unforgettable, bold explorations of desert landscapes. Through intriguing storytelling and stunning photography, viewers find out about the people, plants, animals and archaeology of arid regions throughout the New World. "The Desert Speaks" was produced for 19 seasons, and continues to air today.

Season 16 Episode 1601 | 26m 20s | CC

The Australian Wildlife Conservancy bought over 800,000 acres of a former cattle ranch for biodiversity conservation creating an ecological jewel that attracts scientists from all over. Head down under to investigate the area that hopes to prove that aggressive management based on nature can restore the land. Get a bird’s eye view of the land that features wallabies, kangaroos and wild horses.

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