Giants of Big Sur: California Condor Stories

Written and Directed by Ross Thomas, The award-winning series "Giants of Big Sur: California Condor Stories,” highlights one of California’s native birds that face imminent threat at the hands of various environmental factors. Watch as Ross Thomas learns more of this disappearing species, with the help of wildlife conservationists, to gain a better understand of the recovery effort being made by our local community to preserve the future of the California Condor.

As the ongoing threat of extinction persists for the California Condor, Ross shadows the Ventana Wildlife Society as they work toward full recovery of this endangered species in the wilderness of Big Sur, California.

Join Ross as he traverses the rugged terrain of Big Sur, investigates the environmental threats these giant birds face, and learns what Ventana Wildlife Society is doing to save this critically endangered species. This informational documentary gives viewers an inside look at the consistent care and expertise required to protect critically endangered species. Follow along with wildlife conservationists, as they uncover the truth behind the rapid disappearance of the Big Sur ‘Giants’ and provide their expertise to better understand the life and death of the California Condor.