In the realm of the natural world, there are still wonders waiting to be discovered. And one such marvel is the flower that smells of death, a peculiar flora that stands as the tallest in the world. This unique plant emits a putrid odor reminiscent of rotting flesh, attracting insects that aid in its pollination. What makes this flower even more intriguing is its rare blooming cycle, opening up just once every ten years.
Capturing such a spectacle requires dedication and perseverance, as demonstrated by the #BBCEarthAsia camera team. In their quest to film this elusive flower, the team endured 72 hours of filming, went through 12 location changes, and carried tons of equipment. The question remains: will they succeed in getting their shot?
The making of “The Flower That Smells of Death” showcases the lengths to which wildlife filmmakers go to capture the most extraordinary moments in the natural world. The team’s commitment to their craft and passion for showcasing the beauty and wonder of our planet is truly admirable.
For those who think they’ve seen it all, #BBCEarthAsia’s exploration of this fascinating flower proves that there are still secrets waiting to be uncovered in nature. Stay tuned for more breathtaking moments and incredible discoveries on BBC Earth.
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Video “The Flower That Smells of Death | The Making of Asia | BBC Earth” was uploaded on 11/26/2024 to Youtube Channel BBC Earth
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Where is this?
Amazing!
Beautiful Indonesian rain forest.. in local that flower we called " bunga bangkai"
It's such a pretty flower
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camkoha 👍 keren bang
Yey di Indonesia😂
For anyone inspired to become a nature photographer, always remember that Nature can be a "b1@tch".
a meter in rain everyday nice
the things we do in the name of science & beauty
Nature has its ways!!! Beautiful efforts by this crew! Imagine if we as humans place as much effort, as this film crew to see a flower blossom, to bring world 🕊️ peace!!!!
Look mom, that’s me!
Worth the wait 🌸
I watch these nature programs constantly and more and more I think about the people that filmed them. The lengths they go through are immeasurable❤
Thank you BBC Earth for bringing us closer to the wonders that few people have witnessed! 🌍
Look Mom, that's me ! (2) copy from abinara.🤭
So what does a dead corpse flower smell like? 🤔
i could have done that with AI in a few minutes 🙂
Колоссальная работа! Спасибо всем участникам группы! 👍🔥🤝🤗. Татьяна, Москва, Россия 🇷🇺
Thanks for all the hard work!!
It's weird but does Sir David's voice sound less like him than the AI version?
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Sir David Attenborough always delivers! Also thanks for the hard work of the crew!
Unpleasant for the nose, but delightful for the eyes. I wanted to see one close.
Ngl, that looks like the flower from the thunder man.
um imenso obrigado para a equipa.que maravilha de flor.