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The Nature of Things | Season 2012-2013, Episode 12 | Feb 28, 2013 | 44:49

The Fruit Hunters (Part 2 of 2)

A journey through the exotic, endlessly fascinating world of fruit - a story of nature, commerce and obsession.

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