1977: Birds Roost on Rocky Cliff and Fly Close to Water Surface

Year1977
Decade1970s
LocationGlacier Bay, Alaska, United States
Duration6s
Price$199 USD
Collection1977 Alaska

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Birds Roost on Rocky Cliff and Fly Close to Water Surface — Clip Details

Vintage 1977 home movie footage from Glacier Bay, Alaska, captures a flock of birds roosting on a rugged rocky cliff face before taking flight. The birds glide low over the water's surface, wings flapping as they settle onto a nearby ledge. Shot on 8mm film, this authentic archival clip showcases natural wildlife behavior in a remote Alaskan coastal environment, with dramatic rock formations and open water. The grainy, nostalgic quality reflects classic 8mm and 8mm home movie aesthetics, ideal for documentaries, nature projects, or retro-themed content.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details: Exterior
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 6s
Starting Price: $199 USD
Clip ID: 70646495

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1785 · Super 8 · 7″ reel
Original reel label: tent trailer,VI-02
Reel-level year note: 1977
Reel-level location note: alaska
Date: 1977 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: Glacier Bay, Alaska, United States Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Location evidence: Catalog place matches an independent location note filed with the physical source reel.
Licensing route: Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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