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The Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve

Source: THSubject: Mapping Context: A comprehensive checklist compiled by researchers documented 3,261 flowering plant species in the Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve (ABR). The Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve About The Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve: What it is? A contiguous, protected biosphere reserve spanning the southern extremity of the Western Ghats, functioning as one of South India's four designated biosphere …

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Amboseli National Park

Source: DD NewsSubject: Mapping Context: In Kenya's Amboseli National Park ecosystem, a mystery unfolded following the sudden deaths of 15–16 African elephants within a single month. The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) launched an investigation after preliminary tests detected cyanide poisoning, likely linked to agrochemicals from nearby farms. Amboseli National Park About Amboseli National Park: What …

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Mount Olympus

Source: TOISubject: Mapping Context: Greece’s nomination to place Mount Olympus on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a mixed site is currently under formal review by the World Heritage Committee in Busan, South Korea. Mount Olympus About Mount Olympus: What It Is? Mount Olympus (Ólympos) is the highest mountain massif in Greece and one of …

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The Niokolo-Koba National Park (PNNK)

Source: IUCNSubject: Geography Context: The Global Environment Facility (GEF) has approved US$1.26 million for a new conservation initiative led by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in Niokolo-Koba National Park, Senegal. The Niokolo-Koba National Park (PNNK) About The Niokolo-Koba National Park (PNNK): What It Is? Niokolo-Koba National Park is a vast, legally protected …

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