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Otago Coastline Receives Vital Protection with Five New Marine Reserves
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New Zealand is establishing five new marine sanctuaries off the southeastern coast of the South Island, safeguarding 308 square miles of crucial ocean habitat. This significant conservation milestone will protect diverse ecosystems, including vital kelp forests and local dolphin populations, starting next month.
New Zealand is establishing five new marine sanctuaries off the southeastern coast of the South Island, safeguarding 308 square miles of crucial ocean habitat. This significant conservation milestone will protect diverse ecosystems, including vital kelp forests and local dolphin populations, starting next month.