Hoanib - The Secret of the Desert Elephants (2014)

Hot sand wherever you turn your eyes to – the Namib is the oldest desert of the world, and one of the most hostile ones. But even here, in a valley named Hoanib, there is life! Some animals have developed unique ways to adapt to the harsh life in such a dry area. The biggest of them are desert elephants! To survive in Namibia´s desert they have to travel long distances, full of privations. Only alpha cow Clarissa knows where to find the rare water sources. Food is scarce and the heat unbearable. Even the tough jackals leave the Hoanib valley during the dry season – will rain bring salvation?

Director: Thomas Behrend, Rosie Koch
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
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Music: German Wahnsinn
Editing: Mirco Tribanek, Jorn Schumann
Production: Blue Planet Film
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hoanib - The Secret of the Desert Elephants about?
Hot sand wherever you turn your eyes to – the Namib is the oldest desert of the world, and one of the most hostile ones. But even here, in a valley named Hoanib, there is life! Some animals have developed unique ways to adapt to the harsh life in such a dry area. The biggest of them are desert elephants! To survive in Namibia´s desert they have to travel long distances, full of privations. Only alpha cow Clarissa knows where to find the rare water sources. Food is scarce and the heat unbearable. Even the tough jackals leave the Hoanib valley during the dry season – will rain bring salvation?
Who directed Hoanib - The Secret of the Desert Elephants?
Hoanib - The Secret of the Desert Elephants was directed by Thomas Behrend, Rosie Koch.
How long is Hoanib - The Secret of the Desert Elephants?
Hoanib - The Secret of the Desert Elephants has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is Hoanib - The Secret of the Desert Elephants?
Hoanib - The Secret of the Desert Elephants is a Documentary film.