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Protecting the Galápagos Islands
Updated 06:27, 26-Mar-2021
Dan Collyns
03:55

The iconic Galápagos Islands are one of the top destinations for nature tourists.

But its unique ecosystem is under threat from overfishing.

Ecuador's outgoing president Lenín Moreno is set to decide on a proposal to expand the islands' marine reserve, seen by conservationists as vital to protecting the World Heritage site from the fishing industry.

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