| 1) Egypt : SALAAWA (DUR: 9'02) From Egypt comes a tale of a mysterious beast, reported to have injured dozens of people in ferocious night-time attacks. It's name, the Salaawa, or female ghoul. Animal X went to meet the victims of this bizarre stalker and to see first-hand the horrific injuries they've sustained. Witness accounts vary, but most say the animal looks like a dog or wolf. Some claim it has supernatural powers the ability to change shape and jump high in the air. Following 23 attacks in just two weeks in Quattamiya, police set up patrols in the district and ordered residents to stay indoors. The animal responsible was eventually killed, but only after savaging an entire family. They claim it was invincible and when they threw it on a fire, it's body would not burn. 2) AUS : DOLPHIN THERAPY (DUR: 7'43) From the West Coast of Ireland to the West Coast of Australia people are taking to the waters to swim with dolphins as a means of therapy. From children with autism to adults with schizophrenia and MS, all seem to feel an overwhelming sense of calm and well-being after having swum with dolphins. But what's the reason behind this phenomena. Why do dolphins seem to want to be with the sick and disabled? Animal X takes a closer look. 3) USA : JERSEY DEVIL (DUR: 9'32) From the east coast of America comes a tale of a mysterious creature that's been around for more than 250 years. The Jersey Devil has been seen by more than two thousand witnesses, has terrorised towns ... |
