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Islands of Wonder

How Fishermen Recycle the Trash Polluting Borneo’s Shores

Traditional fishermen Rajamil Wali and his son Pidel walk along Borneo’s shores collecting the trash that washes up from the ocean. Melting down the plastic they find, their handmade fishing lures are shaped like blue crabs. The key is to create a convincing crab both in appearance and movement to attract fish and octopus that will help feed their family.

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The most remote island chain on Earth, Hawaii is a haven for wildlife.
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In Borneo, the struggle to survive is the secret to its great diversity of life.
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Explore Madagascar, the oldest island on Earth, where life has evolved in unique ways.
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