Synopsis
Bruce Parry explores the Amazon rainforest. He meets the millionaires of Manaus, lives and works with illegal gold miners and sleeps in the forest canopy. Some strong language.
- Programme: Amazon with Bruce Parry
- Episode: 5
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2008
- Geography | Deforestation and Ecosystems
Licence: ERA Licence required
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
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Episode 1 | Amazon with Bruce Parry
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