Synopsis

Since ancient times, there have been legends of dolphins rescuing humans at sea. Two recent cases where swimmers were rescued from sharks by dolphins seem to show that the legends are true. Dramatisations from the Red Sea and New Zealand's North Island help scientists analyse what makes dolphins take pity on humans.

Aired on 02/08/2008
 
5.8/10 • 10 voting


Natural World • S27E06
ActorRole
Roy DennisPresenter