Nature — Season 1, Episode 6: On the Edge of Paradise

Episode synopsis

Examines the fragile ecology of the Caribbean area in a unique and vivid look at the forces affecting this area's ecological balance, such as hurricanes, volcanoes, the continuing evolution of different wildlife and man's influence. International agreements and commissions created to protect the Caribbean area are also covered.

About Nature

Consistently stunning documentaries transport viewers to far-flung locations ranging from the torrid African plains to the chilly splendours of icy Antarctica. The show's primary focus is on animals and ecosystems around the world. A comic book based on the show, meant to be used an as educational tool for kids, was briefly distributed to museums and schools at no cost in the mid-2000s.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1The Flight of the Condor: Ice, Wind, and Fire
• E2The Flight of the Condor: Ocean, Desert, and Thin Air
• E3The Flight of the Condor: Down the Amazon
• E4Amate: The Great Fig Tree
• E5Kopje: A Rock for All Seasons
• E7Forest in the Clouds
• E8The Discovery of Animal Behavior: Natural Mysteries
• E9The Discovery of Animal Behavior: In Praise of God
• E10The Discovery of Animal Behavior: Search for the Mind
• E11The Discovery of Animal Behavior: A Question of Learning
• E12The Discovery of Animal Behavior: Signs and Signals
• E13The Discovery of Animal Behavior: Living Together