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The Wild Arctic (4-Disc DVD Set)

Explore the outskirts of our world.

The Arctic sea and the continent of Antarctica are frozen and frigid, dark and desolate places, seemingly inhospitable to any kind of life. Yet a number of different animal species call the rocky tundra and icy waters home. Join renowned naturalist filmmaker John Stoneman as he travels to the North and South Pole to study and interact with indigenous creatures. See the relationship he forms with the powerful polar bear, fall in love with the baby harp seal, journey to find the elusive musk ox and much more!

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