Reasons for continued popularity of documentaries about the natural world.
• Colourful and scenic
• A fascination with the natural world
• Behaviours in nature can be spontaneous, comic, dramatic, educational
and unique
• The patience and skill of filming captures unique perspectives/close-ups
which could not be seen in real life
• Empathy with nature and protecting the planet
• Depends on interest level in the subject
• Depends on the quality of the filming/narration
• Can depend on presentation/production values/technology
• Entertainment needs are varied but all could hold equal value
