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David discovers extraordinary birds - recalling his 1950s trip to Argentina in search of wildlife for the 麻豆社's Zoo Quest.

Young David recalls extraordinary birds and their nesting habits.

In the 1950s, David Attenborough, the naturalist and broadcaster grasped a life changing opportunity which led him to travel the world finding rare and elusive animal species for London Zoo and filming the expeditions for the 麻豆社 TV series, Zoo Quest.

Written and read with Sir David's trademark wit and charm.

Biography abridged by Richard Hamilton.

Producer: Elizabeth Allard.

First broadcast on 麻豆社 Radio 4 in December 2017.

15 minutes

Last on

Fri 16 Sep 2022 02:00

Credits

Role Contributor
Reader David Attenborough
Author David Attenborough
Abridger Richard Hamilton
Producer Elizabeth Allard

Broadcasts

  • Thu 28 Dec 2017 09:45
  • Fri 29 Dec 2017 00:30
  • Thu 15 Sep 2022 14:00
  • Fri 16 Sep 2022 02:00