Summary In the African bushveld waterholes play a critical role in keeping the resident animals hydrated- but these small oases play another important role that of the local day spa. The mud from the waterhole helps protect the animal's skin as well as helping remove parasites. Large animals like hippos, buffalos and rhinos also spend their days wallowing in the mud which helps expand and deepen the waterways. For the wildlife of Africa getting dirty is a serious business.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : John Varty Peter Terry
Genres : Documentary Short
Release date : Nov 30, 2009
Countries of origin : South Africa
Official sites : Aquavision TV Productions
Language : English
Filming locations : Kruger National Park, South Africa
Production companies : Aquavision TV Productions
Summary In the African bushveld waterholes play a critical role in keeping the resident animals hydrated- but these small oases play another important role that of the local day spa. The mud from the waterhole helps protect the animal's skin as well as helping remove parasites. Large animals like hippos, buffalos and rhinos also spend their days wallowing in the mud which helps expand and deepen the waterways. For the wildlife of Africa getting dirty is a serious business.
Genres : Documentary Short
Release date : Nov 30, 2009
Countries of origin : South Africa
Official sites : Aquavision TV Productions
Language : English
Filming locations : Kruger National Park, South Africa
Production companies : Aquavision TV Productions
