Unit 3
Contains 194 Results:
The Sea on Show, 1965
Highlights from the exhibits at the NY Aquarium, footage of walruses, underwater fauna.
The Society in the Field: Flamingos, 1972
Flamingos in the wild and among other animals in their native habitat. "Flamingos Photographed by Philip Kahl Research Associate"--Film credits.
The Water World of the Aquarium, 1964
Film showcasing the New York Aquarium, with underwater footage featuring dolphins, walruses, and jellyfish.
The Younger Generation: Baby Animals in the Bronx Zoo, circa 1950s
Film showcasing a variety of baby animals being raised at the Bronx Zoo. Includes footage of Bronx Zoo's Gibbon Island and Animal Nursery.
Tomorrow!, 1962
Film created to raise funds for "the zoo of tomorrow." Describes planned new exhibits at the Bronx Zoo, including an expansion of the African Plains, a South American exhibit, bear exhibits, World of Birds, the World of Darkness. Describes new plans for the New York Aquarium. Also references field work in Africa and South America. Includes dialogue from William Conway and Fairfield Osborn. "Produced for the Zoological Society by Evan J. Anton"--Film credits.
Vanishing Faces: The Story of Disappearing Wildlife, 1971
Film highlighting animals facing extinction at the Bronx Zoo and the New York Aquarium (including Pere David's deer, dolphins, and polar bears).
Wild Gold (Canidae camera original footage), 1960
Camera original footage from Wild Gold. Wide angle shots of multiple species running in the wild, including bat-eared fox.
World of Birds Opening, 1972
Film presenting the opening of the World of Birds building. The film shows staff members giving tours of the new exhibit.
Zoo Story Time, 1951
Film featuring William Bridges, NYZS Curator of Publications, narrating stories about animals at the Bronx Zoo. "Zoo Story Time. Featuring Bill Bridges. Made by Louis G. Cowan. Funded by George Foster Peabody"--Film credits.
[Ants and other insects], 1953
Compilation reel of outtakes of ants and various insects.