The Living Desert

The Living Desert (1953)

November 10th, 19531h 9min

Documentary
71%

Overview

Although first glance reveals little more than stones and sand, the desert is alive. Witness moving rocks, spitting mud pots, gorgeous flowers and the never-ending battle for survival between desert creatures of every shape, size and description.


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