The Icelandic Eider
Originally released in 1995. The Icelandic Eider is a documentary film. directed by Páll Steingrímsson. At just 29 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The eider do not migrate to warmer areas but survive the harsh winters in the North Atlantic. Perhaps that is why nature has provided the eider with down that has more insulatingqualities than any other bird down. The dilm shows eider "farming", a unique form of harvesting the down without harming the birds. The eider the most numerous of all ducks and geese in Iceland, counting more than half a million individuals. They return year after to a well kept colony, the biggest counting more than 6000 pairs. The female eders are seen lining ther nests with down which they pluck from their bodies. The down is collected after the clutch has left the nest.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1995
31 years ago
Runtime
0h 29m
29 minutes total
Language
IS
Original language
Country
Iceland
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IS
Production Companies
- KVIK Film Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Icelandic Eider about?
The eider do not migrate to warmer areas but survive the harsh winters in the North Atlantic. Perhaps that is why nature has provided the eider with down that has more insulatingqualities than any ...
Who directed The Icelandic Eider?
The Icelandic Eider was directed by Páll Steingrímsson.
How long is The Icelandic Eider?
The Icelandic Eider has a runtime of 0 hours and 29 minutes (29 minutes total).
When was The Icelandic Eider released?
The Icelandic Eider was released on January 1, 1995 in theaters.