What Animals Live In The Gobi Desert?
The Gobi Desert is a vast stretch of arid landscape in Northern China and Southern Mongolia that is inhabited by unique species adapted to survive in the desert.
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Russia's National Parks
Beringia National Park, Russia's largest, is larger than Belgium, while one of its oldest, Losiny Ostrov, is in Moscow's city limits.
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Highest Mountains In Paraguay
Pero and Leon are the only peaks in Paraguay to exceed 2,000 feet above sea level in elevation.
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How Many National Parks Does Sweden Have?
Sweden has 29 national parks that are owned by the state and managed by the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency.
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Wildlife Under Threat: The Endangered Reptiles And Fish Of Cambodia
Cambodia's wilds and waters house a number of species of reptiles and fish that are threatened by habitat loss and hunting.
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Cambodia's Endangered And Enticing Avifauna
Cambodia hosts a great diversity of avifauna but many species of birds are threatened due to poaching, hunting, habitat destruction.
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When And Why Is World Sparrow Day Celebrated?
Observed on March 20 every year, World Sparrow Day is celebrated to raise awareness about the importance of birds dwelling in urban areas.
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Native Birds Of Turkey
At a crossroads for birds from three continents, Turkey has hundreds of native bird species calling the coutry home.
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An Encounter With Wild Slovakia: The Nine National Parks Of Slovakia
The nine national parks of Slovakia house an exceptional array of wildlife including bears, lynx, wildcats, wolf, marmots, and more.
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South Korea's National Parks: Role In Protecting The Biodiversity Of The Country
South Korea has 17 mountainous, 4 marine and coastal, and 1 historical national park, all of which play a vital role in the protection of the country's wildlife.
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Afghanistan's Native Reptiles
The arid, rocky, and hilly terrains of Afghanistan provide homes for many snakes, lizards, and turtles.
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The National Parks Of Paraguay
Paraguay, a small landlocked country in South America, has diverse landscapes, ecoregions, and wildlife that are protected within the national parks of the country.
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What Is A Riparian Zone?
A riparian zone is the interface between land and a river or stream and play an important role in biodiversity conservation.
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How Many Types Of Crocodiles Live In The World Today?
The true crocodiles are any one of the 14 extant species of large aquatic reptiles living in the tropics of Asia, Africa, Americas, and Australia.
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Risking Life To Save Trees: The Chipko Movement Of India, An Inspiration To The World
In a country where tradition preaches the conservation of the environment, the Chipko Movement proved once again the love of the people for nature.
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Endemic Birds Of Angola
Swierstra's francolins, Pulitzer's longbills, Gabela akalats, and 3 shrikes are endangered birds endemic to Angola.
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Gabon's National Parks: Safe Havens For The Country's Wildlife
Gabon houses 13 national parks all of which were established in 2002 and covers 10% of the land area of the country.
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USDA Soil Taxonomy: Soil Orders And Their Major Characteristics
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) provides an elaborate classification of soil based on the origin, composition, and other features.
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Bay, Bight, Fjord, And Sound: Similarities And Differences Between These Coastal Features
Bays, bights, sounds, and fjords are coastal features with distinct characteristics of their own.
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Tallest Mountains In Taiwan
The slopes of Yushan, Taiwan's highest mountain, house many of Taiwan's endemic birds and mammals.
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