Explore the hierarchy of jackals.

Threatened by the guns of Southern Africa's farmers, some black-backed jackals have found a new shelter in a restricted and arid area: Namibia's Skeleton Coast. Here, they adapt to a new lifestyle. They are learning to catch new coastal prey, and how to collaborate to catch bigger ones such as the fur seals. This requires cooperative hunting--a behavior rarely seen amongst these canids--and therefore social and communication skills. Some jackals succeed, others become scavengers...or die.

By following a few remarkable individuals over a period of four years, the team has crafted an intimate portrait of an emerging behavior in a rapidly evolving environment.

Media

Cast & Crew

•       James Faulkner

Director: Bertrand Loyer

Producer: Bertrand Loyer

Additional Details

Label: Dreamscape Media

Genre: Documentary

Language: English

Run Time: 46 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 07/14/20

UPC: 818506027687