Experience the world through the eyes of a resilient young
sun bear as it struggles to survive amid deforestation and poaching. Directed by
Young Explorer Grantee Eddie Roqueta, this fictional short film illustrates the very real dangers that sun bears face throughout Southeast Asia. Despite being the smallest members of the bear family, these shy creatures fulfill vital roles in the health of their forest ecosystem.
See more by
Forest Clay Productions and learn more about the
Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre.
The
Short Film Showcase spotlights exceptional short videos created by filmmakers from around the world and selected by National Geographic editors. We look for work that affirms National Geographic's belief in the power of science, exploration, and storytelling to change the world. The filmmakers created the content presented, and the opinions expressed are their own, not those of National Geographic Partners.
