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'Born to be Wild' goes to the Maldives and Thailand


BORN EXPEDITIONS: Thailand and The Maldives
January 11, 2015
 
Born to be Wild kicks off 2015 with two exciting expeditions to Thailand and the Maldives.
#NoFilter! The pristine islands of the Maldives have these breathtaking views to offer, and this January, Doc Ferds Recio takes us on a journey to discover an island nation that has been described as a paradise by tourists and conservationists.  Ocean giants like sharks, rays and the elusive napoleon wrasse are only some of the species found in the Maldives.
But the Maldives now faces threats due to climate change. Experts believe that these islands may eventually be submerged under water if sea levels continue to rise.  Doc Ferds meets residents of the Maldives who continue to look after the protection and conservation of the marine species which they consider their treasure.
Doc Nielsen Donato journeys to a lake in Thailand famous for the big fish that thrive beneath its waters. But among the giant fish, the Arapaima is said to be the biggest and most feared. The Arapaima can grow up to fifteen feet. Its strong head is said to be tough enough to knock down fishermen. Using a catch-release method employed by fish researchers, Doc Nielsen sets out to meet the Arapaima and encounters other lake giants like the red-tail catfish, and the alligator gar.
 
Journey to the Maldives and Thailand with BORN TO BE WILD beginning this Sunday, after AHA!