Primeval Survivors (1981)

The tuatara is the sole survivor of a reptile species that has been extinct for 135 million years. This nocturnal creature which once lived world-wide, is now confined to a few off-shore islands in New Zealand. Tuataras grow up to 60 cm (two feet) in length, live to 150 years of age and have survived virtually unchanged since primeval times. The film is set on tiny Stephen's Island, a wildlife sanctuary which is a home for 100,000 of these unique reptiles.

Director: Greg Stitt
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 11 min
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Editing: Ross A. Chambers
Country: New Zealand
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Primeval Survivors about?
The tuatara is the sole survivor of a reptile species that has been extinct for 135 million years. This nocturnal creature which once lived world-wide, is now confined to a few off-shore islands in New Zealand. Tuataras grow up to 60 cm (two feet) in length, live to 150 years of age and have survived virtually unchanged since primeval times. The film is set on tiny Stephen's Island, a wildlife sanctuary which is a home for 100,000 of these unique reptiles.
Who directed Primeval Survivors?
Primeval Survivors was directed by Greg Stitt.
How long is Primeval Survivors?
Primeval Survivors has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
What genre is Primeval Survivors?
Primeval Survivors is a Documentary film.
Where was Primeval Survivors produced?
Primeval Survivors was produced in New Zealand.