Where things are hopping

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Lamington National Park, Australia, offers visitors a wide variety of wildlife sights and experiences. Dedicated in 1915, the mountainous forest region is home to species such as the sugar glider, kangaroo, regent bowerbird, parrots and duck-billed platypus. Plant life is also diverse, and includes eucalyptus, beech, and other temperate rain forest species. The park provides dining and campground accommodations for visitors, and sponsors several naturalist programs.

Australia, National parks and reserves, National parks

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Island of lost birds: New Zealand triumphs in the rescue of endangered species

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A description is provided on techniques used by the New Zealand Dept of Conservation to preserve biodiversity on the island of Tiritiri Matangi, and mitigate centuries of human encroachment. These included reforestation and reintroduction of native plant and animal species under strict quarantine, with all non-scientist visitors barred from the island during this process.

New Zealand, Management, Biological diversity, Wildlife refuges, Nature reserves, Wildlife habitat improvement, Auckland Islands

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Silence of the forests

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This article describes the relationship between logging, hunting, and species extinction in Africa. Topics include forest protection, habitat conservation, and bush-meat trade.

Africa, Causes of, Environmental aspects, Habitat (Ecology), Forests and forestry, Forests, Habitats, Animal populations, Species diversity, Extinction (Biology), Logging

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