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Saved by Dolphins

Episode 6 of 15

Documentary. Since ancient times, there have been legends of dolphins rescuing humans at sea. Two recent cases seem to show that the legends are true.

Documentary. Since ancient times, there have been legends of dolphins rescuing humans at sea. Two recent cases where swimmers were rescued from sharks by dolphins seem to show that the legends are true. Dramatisations from the Red Sea and New Zealand's North Island help scientists analyse what makes dolphins take pity on humans.

49 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Roy Dennis
Executive Producer Sarah Cunliffe
Series Editor Tim Martin
Narrator Pete Gallagher

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