Crown jewel of the Caribbean: Glovers Reef Atoll is the focus of a new approach to coral-reef conservation

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The Glovers Reef Atoll in the Caribbean near Belize has been designated as a protected marine reserve and the Wildlife Conservation Society has committed its energies to coral-reef research and conservation. The reserve covers about 260 square miles of sea and sea floor. Nearby Middle Cay island will house park headquarters, scientists, and research facilities. The reef makes up a diverse and fragile ecosystem supporting a variety of aquatic and terrestrial life.

Research, Wildlife research, Coral reefs and islands, Coral reefs, Reefs, Wildlife Conservation Society

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Back home for Kuse

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The threats to the existence of bear cuscuses in Indonesia are analyzed. The author discusses the raising of an orphaned baby bear cuscus and the impact of wild animal hunters on the species.

Wildlife conservation, Marsupialia, Marsupials

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Jewel of the Java seas: saving reef from destructive fishing

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The marine environment protection program aimed for saving coral reef diversity in Indonesia's Java Islands is discussed.

Natural resources, Coral reef ecology, Coral reef ecosystems, Marine ecology, Java Sea

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