From Billions to None: The Passenger Pigeon's Flight to Extinction
The passenger pigeon, the most abundant bird species in North America for thousands of years, became extinct by human hands in a geologic heartbeat. Its story remains relevant to conservation challenges today, and there are even plans for its possible revival. Rare archival material, CGI animation, and aerial cinematography combine to recreate the awe-inspiring nature of these birds.
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From Billions to None: The Passenger Pigeon's Flight to Extinction
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Jun 10, 2014
Runtime
0h 57m
Genres
Documentary
Original Title
From Billions to None: The Passenger Pigeon's Flight to Extinction
Production Companies
Waubansee Productions
Director
David Mrazek
Description
The passenger pigeon, the most abundant bird species in North America for thousands of years, became extinct by human hands in a geologic heartbeat. Its story remains relevant to conservation challenges today, and there are even plans for its possible revival. Rare archival material, CGI animation, and aerial cinematography combine to recreate the awe-inspiring nature of these birds.
