5 New Marine Reserves to Protect Dolphins and Kelp Forests off New Zealand’s South Island
In what is being described as an “important first step,” for marine protections in the island nation of New Zealand, 5 new marine preserves will enter into force next month. Surrounding a district called Otago near the southeastern tip of the South Island, 308 square miles of...
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Watch whether the progress continues long enough to protect the place or species.
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It points to real recovery progress for a vulnerable species or place after sustained conservation work.
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