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1983: Birds Flying in Formation over Mara, Tanzania

1983: Birds Flying in Formation over Mara, Tanzania

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  • Year1983
  • Decade1980s
  • LocationMara, Tanzania
  • Duration6s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $199 USD
  • Collection1983 Mara Tanzania

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Birds Flying in Formation over Mara, Tanzania — Clip Details

Vintage 8mm home movie footage from 1983 capturing birds in flight over the Mara region of Tanzania. The birds move in a straight, synchronized pattern across the frame, creating a striking natural scene. Shot on 8mm film, the clip features a nostalgic, grainy aesthetic with soft focus and natural lighting. The background includes lush greenery, trees, and possibly a river or lake, contributing to the serene African landscape. This archival footage offers a rare glimpse of wildlife and nature in the early 1980s, ideal for documentaries, nature projects, or nostalgic storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
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License
Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery
Via Pond5
Duration
6s
Pond5 price
from $199 USD
Clip ID
70553715

Source & Documentation

Source reel
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Date
1983 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual or technical evidence; no reel-level note is linked.
Location
Mara, Tanzania Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual evidence such as signage, landmarks, or terrain; no reel-level note is linked.
Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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  • 1983
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