Condor Canyon | An Award-Winning Documentary | California Condor Recovery in Big Sur

Condor Canyon | An Award-Winning Documentary | California Condor Recovery in Big Sur A mother's fight for survival. A father's unwavering devotion. One of the world's greatest conservation stories. Condor Canyon follows the remarkable journey of "Traveler" (Red 71), a wild California Condor living along California's spectacular Big Sur coast. Just as she and her mate, "Shadow" (Yellow 9), begin raising their long-awaited chick, Traveler suffers life-threatening lead poisoning after feeding on a carcass contaminated with spent lead ammunition. While wildlife biologists race to save her life, Shadow must raise their chick alone—until an emotional reunion becomes possible. The film also explores another hidden challenge facing condor recovery: the lingering effects of DDT, which has left many female condors struggling to produce healthy eggs decades after the pesticide was banned. Produced by Ventana Wildlife Society and distributed nationally through public television, Condor Canyon showcases the dedication of wildlife biologists working to restore one of North America's most endangered birds while highlighting the conservation challenges that remain. 🏆 Award-Winning Documentary • Broadcast nationally on PBS stations across the United States • Official Selection at multiple international film festivals • Produced by Ventana Wildlife Society • Presented by PBS Detroit • Distributed by NETA Learn more about California Condor recovery: https://www.ventanaws.org/condorcanyo... Support the recovery of California Condors: https://www.ventanaws.org Subscribe for more stories about wildlife conservation, California condors, and the incredible work being done to protect endangered species. #CondorCanyon #CaliforniaCondor #BigSur #Wildlife #Documentary #Conservation #NatureFilm #EndangeredSpecies #PBS #Birds #WildlifePhotography #Nature