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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ก.ย. 2024
- Since Charles Darwin, biologists have been transfixed by the evolutionary link between pollinating insects and orchids. Now a group of intrepid conservation photographers ventured into Florida's Corkscrew Swamp to try and photograph the interaction between pollinator and orchid.
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What does it take to film something that’s never been filmed before? And what if that something is high up in a tree, in the middle of a wild swamp, in one of the most unexplored places in North America?
Well, this short documentary we're about to show you is about a team doing just that, filming something that has only ever been theorized; the pollination of the ghost orchid. And yes, this may not seem that exciting, but this mystery has become an obsession. Now, is it worth getting rained on while trudging through alligator and snake infested water? For these guys, I guess that answer is yes.
This is an amazing, interesting and inspirational piece. You'll probably be left wondering how they pulled it all off. Which is great, because we actually have a Q&A with the filmmakers after the credits, so make sure you stick around.
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There is the most difficult part of world where even sunlight can't reach but the photographer reaches there. Huge respect and love for photographers.
I clicked on this video not expecting it to hold my interest for very long, but now 19 minutes later I've got to say that was really fantastic and interesting.
I ended up wanting it to go on longer than it did actually
19 minutes? Whoa! I forgot.
National Geographic level of quality content. Congratulation on your discovery and success!
Stories with this kind of passion invigorate me!
Sometimes I feel like the pollination of the ghost orchid is a metaphor for my love life.
Underrated comment 😂
Sometimes i wonder why i can't plants.
Yeah I think anytime a flower has 12 inches going into it... it's getting something, at least, out of the deal! 😏
Haha same
“One of the most unexplored places in North America”
I read "The Orchid Thief" back in the day - this feels like an excellent update to that story. That sense of obsession, and this last wilderness of Florida that captivates people - it's neat to see that it's still there, still drawing people in.
Me too, loved the book, loved this film.
Thank you for mentioning the book, as I read it some time ago and found it fascinating. This story is an incredible continuation.
“He’s got pollinea all over it’s face...That’s the money shot!” Ummmm...
*Hears this line, immediately scrolls to comments*
That's what she said
that proboscus was ALL the way into the flower ouuuu👅
As an orchid enthusiast, I found this video to be fascinating, and informative. Too bad it's so short. I want more!
the dedication is just amazing
I don't know which is more exciting about this documentary - the science or the photography. I love this vid.
Would love to hear even one of the stories these guys have from living in the swamp
I liked how this was just as much about their journey as it was about the actual goal
There was a saying
That is so true! Wouldn't it be cool if more animal documentaries had this kind of narration? They go through a lot filming animals!!
Amazing story. Truly amazing. I don't understand why someone would downvote such an intriguing, captivating story.
Reminds me of that crazy movie Adaptation. Great film
I was thinking the same thing !
The book orchid thief is about the ghost orchid and it takes place where they were filming
The passion these people have is beautiful.
Very beautiful such a shame people don’t treat the Forrest with respect and leave it alone to flourish and evolve into something more than what it is now
The imagery in this documentary is seriously something else... who else wants to run away into that swamp!?
Only if I'm wearing full wet suit, goggles, and am in an armour-plated boat - yes, I am a wuss! :-D
I've been saying the giant sphinx was too big for the nectar stem of Dendrophylax lendenii for years. I have photographed orchids in the Fakahatchee for 15 years but long before that I was into moths and butterflies. This discovery is awesome! I've always said it's likely the ghost has a few pollinator species fluttering around out there.
Would you share your hypothesis on what other moths would pollinate this orchid?
@@minervaminavera2347 In my experience any moth with a long enough proboscis will feed on a ghost when they get a chance... so any silk moth, smaller sphinx species, geometers, ect.
Shadow witch!
I ran into a panther and her Cubs on the corkscrew trail. Fwc came out and put trail cameras everywhere trying to get a glimpse of an animal that is on the brink of extinction.
I've heard a couple ghost stories about these orchids.
I can kind of remember one story where the guy bribes another guy to take him to the secret location, and when he gets there the guy leaves him and takes off. Slowly, things start emerging from around the ghost orchids.
I am an orchid enthusiast and this documentary is mind blowing!
Only if people stops cutting trees, we could probably see more of these enigmatic life forms.
This is an amazing documentary! Would definitely love to see more like this.
Hey guys 👋🏻👋🏻
It would be nice if you chased some of orchid spices around the region of COATEPEC, VERACRUZ in MEXICO 🇲🇽.
These guys literally accomplished the most difficult achievement I've ever seen
After rewatchAnaconda, i think we all know where is this going
After rewatching Adaptation, i think we all know where this is going.
What a beautiful story.
I didn't know ANY moths were pollinators. Very interesting watch!
Same
Gotta respect the determination these guys have for getting the footage they're after.
Can you imagine how excited Charles Darwin would be about this?,,how cool it would be to bring him back,and let him play with all the new technology,to see the things he predicted unfold on a screen in front of him!👌
What an amazing story in both the orchid and in the perseverance of the team. Great stuff! 👍😁
By playing rdr2, now I know everything about orchids! Including the ghost orchid 🌸
It’s the Obsession quote for me.
The dedication this took is astounding. Great documentary, hats off to the team! Just impressive all the way around!!
Charles Darwin would be proud of you! Well done!
@4:42. That frog is so BOSS.
I came here just to see what people are talking about this new logo.... 😂
Yeah, me too..... hmmmmmm
1st yet I watched the whole video and it's awesome to know about the pollination of this rare beautiful flower "Ghost Orchid". ❤️ Gonna edit the comment after completing the whole video. 🔥 #edited
Genuinly really enjoyed that, thankyou for something I've never seen before 😄
An awesome video capturing the arduous journey of testing the hypothesis that the Giant Sphinx moth is the only Ghost Orchid pollinator!
That's why i love nature and biology. So inspiring
Love what you do here, Seeker
Thank you for giving us new stories
Now this is the exact definition of *interesting* for me.
these guys are real legends in the making.... when passions are focused to creative pursuits = incredible
Excelente trabajo e interesante me encanta la historia de la orquidea fantasmas Saludos desde Costa Rica...Greetings🙋🏻♂️...
Might be that the Moth is also responsible of pollination of many specific orchid flowers in Costa Rica and one RUBIACEAE called Osa Pulchra😍
I wish I could help out on projects and stories like this.
This kind of discovery / documentary never fails to amaze me and making me proud and emotional.
This can be an new anaconda movie😂😂
Anaconda: The Legend of the Ghost Orchid
New Logo looks like something I made in school ICT class on windows 98 lmao
That's an amazing looking forest
Seeker has been absolutely spoiling us lately with these videos.
What determination. Bravo! 👏
Probably the best video I watched on TH-cam.
Adaptation (movie) was the first thing I thought of. Watch it!
Love that movie! Time to watch it again.
It’s based off the book which is written about that orchid in the same place
Breathtaking
6:16 this guy's dedication is it of this world!
Alot of orchid hobbyist have tried growing this. Successful for a couple of years and then only to see it wither away. This dendrophylax is only found in a certain part of Florida and nowhere else. Hobbyist can successfully pollinate it and get seeds to grow but it's keeping the plant alive in cultivation.
This is just another passion of those people who have so much in their pockets and got nothing else to to.
Shout out to Chuck D!
This is better than NAT-GEO
Excellent production value. This is a great lesson on the scientific method, and how the answers often bring even more questions. The giant sphinx month a pollen robber? I guess intuitive thought gave its probiscis too much cred. Thank you for demonstrating that there is much more to our world when observing it through an acutely sensitive lens.
14:48 lil gekko just chillin
How many times has _Seeker_ changed its logo?
I hope this one will actually stay...
A thousand genders a thousand logos
@@patrickbateman4541 you got a problem with that, dude?!
@@AifDaimon yes
@@patrickbateman4541 just shut up and MYOB then
WOW! What you discovered has given me enough inspiration for the whole year... Thanks
Beautiful pictures!
Thank you for sharing this.
The Ghost Orchid is also one of Great Britain's rarest plants but my question is, what native insect could pollinate it over here? We do have some fairly large moths here in Britain - but nothing like the giant moths seen here in this doc...
This is a great video... I am fascinated with this orchid... just beautiful 😍
Great to see, incredible work by these guys!
Amazing story and amazingly crispy photos of flying insects in the dark!
The red shoulder hawk in the background makes it all just so much nicer to listen to along with the beautiful music choices
Did he really say money shot lmao
Awesome. Amazing. Beautiful
Just an amazing film, do more.
🙌🙌 I’ve been following the ghost orchid story
Incredibly awesome 😎 the clarity the intensity wow great bideo
The cinematography is amazing
Thanks @Seeker for bringing this story to us... Would love to see more of these ❤️❤️❤️
Amazing, awesome work guys!
So, maybe there is an Orchid with a huge tube, in the area, larger than a ghost Orchid, for the sphinx moth to be with its face charged with pollen.
Or another flower not an Orchid!
Mad respect!
Made me cry
now i become obsessed because of this film!
Maybe the treasure was not the photo but the moth friends we met along the way
Thank you seeker and crew members for showing beautiful documentary, loved a lot, keep doing more, excited to learn more
This was awesome! The format was great. I'm glad seeker did this and Amanda, you're the perfect host for the series!
Adaptation is my favorite movie
Really getting better overtime... keep the momentum!
Death defying and awe inspiring.
Spectacular
Amazing... Hats off
Wow I have one of these Ghost orchids and it just bloomed about three flowers ! It’s so beautiful.
What do you mean you have one? That’s pretty impressive and concerning st the same time.
@Minerva Minavera you can buy them online
It’s a really magical place
Simply amazing wow
Bravo gentleman 👏 . Charles Darwin legacy is safe with you.
Made my day. Just amazing & beautiful
Great vid, you guys should figure out what pollinates vanilla flowers
awesome research
Reminds me of the movie "THE HUNT FOR THE BLOOD ORCHID"
3:21 Just close your eyes and listen.
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This was awesome to watch more stuff like this please.
what a wonderful video and such dedication that has increased our knowledge . Well done, and thank you.