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202446 minGdocumentary

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Living Reef

202446 minGdocumentary

The Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a vital ecosystem that supports diverse marine life and faces significant environmental threats.

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Living Reef

2024• 46 minG

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The Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a vital ecosystem that supports diverse marine life and faces significant environmental threats.

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The Great Barrier Reef is a living, breathing organism supporting the the richest, most complex ecosystem on the planet.

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