Winged Migration (2001)

This documentary follows various migratory bird species on their long journeys from their summer homes to the equator and back, covering thousands of miles and navigating by the stars. These arduous treks are crucial for survival, seeking hospitable climates and food sources. Birds face numerous challenges, including crossing oceans and evading predators, illness, and injury. Although migrations are undertaken as a community, birds disperse into family units once they reach their destinations, and every continent is affected by these migrations, hosting migratory bird species at least part of the year.

Genres: Documentary

What to watch after Winged Migration

• The Gleaners & I (2000) — Same feel: reflective, thought-provoking
• Nanook of the North (1922) — Same subject: arctic polar circle region
• Faces Places (2017) — Two steps away in the credits
• In the Shadow of the Moon (2007) — Same feel: reflective, dramatic
• The Salt of the Earth (2014) — Same feel: reflective, dramatic
• Project Nim (2011) — Two steps away in the credits