Film Production Company Faces Fine for Destroying Protected Flamingo Eggs
Radar Film, producer of 'Donne-moi des ailes,' is accused of environmental violations during a 2018 shoot in the Camargue, with a court decision expected in April.
- During the 2018 filming of 'Donne-moi des ailes,' two low-flying ultralight aircraft disturbed a colony of 8,000 flamingos in a protected area, leading to the destruction of 520 eggs.
- The destroyed eggs accounted for 11.5% of the annual reproduction of flamingos in France, a significant loss for the protected species.
- Prosecutors have accused Radar Film of negligence and lack of environmental awareness, citing warnings from authorities and environmental groups that were ignored.
- The prosecution has requested a fine between €80,000 and €100,000 against Radar Film for unauthorized destruction of nests and eggs in a Natura 2000 conservation zone.
- The court has deferred its decision to April 11, while the film’s director, Nicolas Vanier, and other individuals involved have been cleared of personal responsibility.
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