Lost Dinosaurs of New Zealand (2002)

06/30/2002 (NZ) • 46m

Documentary

Overview

The discovery of dinosaurs by retired housewife turned scientist Joan Wiffen has cast a new light on the behaviour of dinosaurs during the late cretaceous period, and the puzzle of why dinosaurs, in general, became extinct. This programme tells the remarkable story of Joan Wiffen, who at age 68, went fossil hunting and found New Zealand's first dinosaur bones.

Top Billed Cast

Julia Day

Cambridge Scientist

Joan Wiffen

Archaeologist


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

new zealand

dinosaur

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