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| Directed by | Eric Bendick |
| Written by | Eric Bendick |
| Produced by | Eric Bendick Carlton Ward Jr. Tori Linder Thomas Winston |
| Starring | Carlton Ward Jr. Betty Osceola Elton Langford |
| Cinematography | Danny Schmidt Katie Bryden |
| Music by | Kevin Matley |
Production company | National Geographic |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Path of the Panther is a documentary directed by Eric Bendick that follows National Geographic photographer Carlton Ward Jr. as he documents the conservation efforts to protect the endangered Florida panther and its habitat in the Florida Everglades. The panther coexists with other wildlife in ecosystems increasingly threatened by development and habitat fragmentation.
The film influenced environmental legislation, particularly the Florida Wildlife Corridor Act, which seeks to safeguard and connect over 18 million acres of habitat. The documentary highlights the importance of preserving Florida's wildlife corridors and demonstrates how media can drive impactful legislative action.