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This is the first two videos created by Archipelago Research and Conservation and the American Samoa Department of Marine & Wildlife Resources which discusses some of the threats facing the endangered Ta'i'o (Tahiti Petrel) on the island of Tutuila, American Samoa.

This 1995 video produced by the American Samoan Government and the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) highlights the vital role of coastal wetlands in American Samoa's ecosystem. It emphasizes the importance of preserving these wetlands, which provide essential services such as flood mitigation, habitat for diverse species, and support for local livelihoods. The film underscores the need for effective coastal management strategies to protect these critical environments for future generations. The video is part of SPREP's "Anamua: Treasures of the Pacific Environment" collection and serves as an educational resource on wetland conservation in the Pacific region.