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6. The Last Cry of the Whale

Scientists and ground workers attempt to unearth the delicate two tonne Fin whale skull.

Scientists and ground workers attempt to unearth the delicate two tonne Fin whale skull.

Jemma meets marine biologist Emma Hunter who explains how indigenous cultures around the world acknowledge and celebrate the lives of dead animals.

Presenter, writer and producer: Jemma Woodman.
Story editor: Kirsty Williams.
Assistant producer: Luke de Costa.
Sound design: Meic Parry.
Story consultant; Jack Kibble White.
Additional producing: Marie Lennon.
Online producer: Rachael Smith.
Commissioning editors: Stephanie Marshall and Alistair Miskin.

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25 minutes