Synopsis

The isolated islands of the South Pacific nurture wildlife in astonishing ways – flightless parrots, burrowing bats, giant skinks, and kangaroos adapted to life amongst the trees. Yet, island existence demands a steep toll; the arrival of foreign species can unleash devastating consequences. A perplexing question arises: why do animals so exquisitely suited to island life sometimes vanish altogether? The answer emerges through the compelling accounts of several unexpected creatures that persever