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But the film doubles as a fascinating study of humans’ engagement with their environment, exploring not-always-predictable differences between the approach of the local Inuit population—hunters by tradition—and nonindigenous people with particular ideas about conservation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

Cher learned of Kaavan’s plight in 2016 and hired a legal team to press for his freedom, citing inhumane treatment of a nonindigenous animal.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 26, 2020

Apart from the local activity of the Urarina, other indigenous groups and some nonindigenous people, the Pastaza-Marañón peatlands remain in nearly pristine condition.

From Scientific American • Feb. 5, 2020

Officials say the overpopulated nonindigenous burro problem in Mohave County has led to traffic accidents on state and county highways.

From Washington Times • Feb. 29, 2016

Mr. Estes had two planes, a barbecue pit big enough for 10 sizzling steers and decidedly nonindigenous palm trees in his front yard.

From New York Times • Dec. 11, 2011