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Up until the 1960s, some species of whales and seals were driven almost to extinction by human activities in Antarctica. However, due to greater environmental awareness and regulation by the Antarctic Treaty System, all flora and fauna in Antarctica are now protected. |
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Abandoned whaling station in the central lagoon of Deception Island, a volcano in the South Shetland Islands.
© Dr Mike Pienkowski
(Features of Natural Interest, 3 of 12 - Slide ref. 1310) |
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