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202020 minGdoc-short

Biodiversity Wildlife Conservation

Last Wild Places: Iberá

202020 minGdoc-short

Iberá National Park in Argentina is undergoing a conservation effort to reintroduce extinct wildlife species while preserving local cultural heritage.

Biodiversity Wildlife Conservation

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Channel: National Geographic

Last Wild Places: Iberá

2020• 20 minG

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Iberá National Park in Argentina is undergoing a conservation effort to reintroduce extinct wildlife species while preserving local cultural heritage.

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Iberá National Park in northeastern Argentina is part of one of South America's largest wetlands, where significant wildlife loss occurred in the 20th century due to hunting and habitat destruction. A team of conservationists, including local communities, is actively working to reintroduce keystone species such as the jaguar and the marsh deer, while also preserving the region's cultural heritage. Their efforts aim to restore the ecological balance of this vital ecosystem and promote sustainable practices in the surrounding areas.

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