How Natural World Heritage Sites Are Being Spoiled

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Photo source: © SAF — Coastal Care

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When a place is designated a Natural World Heritage Site, it is a recognition that it has “outstanding universal value” and must be protected. But a new study shows many of these sites are being severely damaged by human activity and are deteriorating rapidly…

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