Spawning Hope (2020)
Coral biologists are concerned about the genetic health of many endangered coral. This short film follows a team of Smithsonian scientists as they attempt to use cryopreserved coral sperm to introduce DNA to new populations of elkhorn coral. If this technique works, it could have lasting impacts on how we are able to protect and restore endangered coral species from near extinction.
Director: Roshan Patel
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 10 min
Release Date: February 27, 2020
Production: Smithsonian Institution
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Underwater Reef: Coral Colors
Keywords
ocean, coral reef, caribbean sea
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Spawning Hope about?
- Coral biologists are concerned about the genetic health of many endangered coral. This short film follows a team of Smithsonian scientists as they attempt to use cryopreserved coral sperm to introduce DNA to new populations of elkhorn coral. If this technique works, it could have lasting impacts on how we are able to protect and restore endangered coral species from near extinction.
- Who directed Spawning Hope?
- Spawning Hope was directed by Roshan Patel.
- How long is Spawning Hope?
- Spawning Hope has a runtime of 10m (10 minutes).
- What genre is Spawning Hope?
- Spawning Hope is a Documentary film.
- Where was Spawning Hope produced?
- Spawning Hope was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Spawning Hope?
- The themes of Spawning Hope include: Underwater Reef: Coral Colors.