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Total Lunar Eclipse Canada

Editor Note - Composite Image - Starlight trails are observed above Montreal's Biosphere, a geodesic dome, during the total lunar eclipse, called a Blood Moon, on March 14, 2025 in Quebec, Canada. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Total Lunar Eclipse Canada

Editor Note - Composite Image - Starlight trails are observed above Montreal's Biosphere, a geodesic dome, during the total lunar eclipse, called a Blood Moon, on March 14, 2025 in Quebec, Canada. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Total Lunar Eclipse Canada

Editor Note - Composite Image - Starlight trails are observed above Montreal's Biosphere, a geodesic dome, during the total lunar eclipse, called a Blood Moon, on March 14, 2025 in Quebec, Canada. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Climbing Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk in Ukrainian Carpathians

ZAKARPATTIA REGION, UKRAINE - JULY 14, 2024 - A signpost is pictured in the Carpathian Biosphere Reserve, Zakarpattia region, western Ukraine.

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Climbing Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk in Ukrainian Carpathians

ZAKARPATTIA REGION, UKRAINE - JULY 14, 2024 - Tourists of the Adventures of the Traveller group face a river as they head for Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk in the Carpathian Biosphere Reserve, Zakarpattia region, western Ukraine.

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Climbing Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk in Ukrainian Carpathians

ZAKARPATTIA REGION, UKRAINE - JULY 14, 2024 - Tourists of the Adventures of the Traveller group face a river as they head for Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk in the Carpathian Biosphere Reserve, Zakarpattia region, western Ukraine.

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Climbing Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk in Ukrainian Carpathians

ZAKARPATTIA REGION, UKRAINE - JULY 14, 2024 - Tourists of the Adventures of the Traveller group climb Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk in the Carpathian Biosphere Reserve, Zakarpattia region, western Ukraine.

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Climbing Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk in Ukrainian Carpathians

ZAKARPATTIA REGION, UKRAINE - JULY 14, 2024 - Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk is in the Carpathian Biosphere Reserve, Zakarpattia region, western Ukraine.

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Climbing Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk in Ukrainian Carpathians

ZAKARPATTIA REGION, UKRAINE - JULY 14, 2024 - Tourists of the Adventures of the Traveller group climb Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk in the Carpathian Biosphere Reserve, Zakarpattia region, western Ukraine.

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Climbing Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk in Ukrainian Carpathians

ZAKARPATTIA REGION, UKRAINE - JULY 14, 2024 - A signpost is pictured in the Carpathian Biosphere Reserve, Zakarpattia region, western Ukraine.

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Climbing Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk in Ukrainian Carpathians

ZAKARPATTIA REGION, UKRAINE - JULY 14, 2024 - A sign marks the Carpathian Biosphere Reserve, Zakarpattia region, western Ukraine.

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

Le parc naturel des Bardenas Reales de Navarre, déclaré réserve de biosphère par l’UNESCO, est le plus grand site désertique d’Europe, il possède des coins très pittoresques qui nous évoquent des paysages lunaires. La saison 6 de "Game of Thrones" y a été en partie tourné.

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

The Bardenas Reales Natural Park in Navarre, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is the largest desert site in Europe, with some very picturesque spots that remind us of lunar landscapes. Season 6 of "Game of Thrones" was partly filmed here. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bardenas Reales Natural Park - Spain

Le parc naturel des Bardenas Reales de Navarre, déclaré réserve de biosphère par l’UNESCO, est le plus grand site désertique d’Europe, il possède des coins très pittoresques qui nous évoquent des paysages lunaires. La saison 6 de "Game of Thrones" y a été en partie tourné.

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WWF calls for global treaty to protect high seas

STORY: WWF calls for global treaty to protect high seas DATELINE: Feb. 15, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:41 LOCATION: GENEVA, Switzerland CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of sea and marine organisms 2. STANDUP (English): MARTINA FUCHS, Xinhua reporter 3. various of sea and marine organisms 4. SOUNDBITE (English): JESSICA BATTLE, WWF's senior global ocean governance and policy expert 5. various of sea and marine organisms STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): MARTINA FUCHS, Xinhua reporter "World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) International is calling for a coordinated global action plan to better protect the oceans and urging policymakers to 'roll up their sleeves' in a bid to finalize a long-awaited High Seas Treaty this March. The ocean covers 70 percent of the surface of the Earth, is the planet's largest biosphere, and is home to up to 80 percent of all life in the world. I spoke to the WWF about the key issues at stake and China's role." SOUNDBITE (English): JESSICA BATTLE, WWF's senior global ocean governance an

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UNESCO "eco park" list

KOFU, Japan - Hirofumi Nakagomi, mayor of Minami-Alps in Yamanashi Prefecture, receives the news that UNESCO has decided to add Japan's Southern Alps mountain range to its list of biosphere reserves, known as eco parks in Japan, at the city hall around 1 a.m. on June 12, 2014. The 302,474-hecatre region straddles Yamanashi, Nagano and Shizuoka prefectures. UNESCO also decided to add the Tadami beech forest in Fukushima Prefecture to the list.

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A journey to Wudalianchi Geopark in NE China's Heilongjiang

STORY: A journey to Wudalianchi Geopark in NE China's Heilongjiang DATELINE: Nov. 17, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:39 LOCATION: HEIHE, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Wudalianchi Geopark STORYLINE: At the Wudalianchi Geopark in northeast China's Heilongjiang, there are 14 volcanoes and five major volcanic barrier lakes, which makes the place a "Natural Volcano Museum." Wudalianchi literally means five volcano lakes. It is designated as a biosphere reserve by the UNESCO in 2003. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Heihe, China. (XHTV)

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Mongolia's Khuvsgul Lake added to UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves

STORY: Mongolia's Khuvsgul Lake added to UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves DATELINE: June 18, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:04 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of winter and summer view of Mongolia's Khuvsgul Lake STORYLINE: Mongolia's Khuvsgul Lake National Park has been added to the World Network of Biosphere Reserves of UNESCO, the Ministry of Environment and Tourism said Thursday. The decision was made during the 34th session of the International Co-ordinating Council of the Man and the Biosphere Programme taking place in Paris, France, from Monday to Friday, the ministry said in a statement. Khuvsgul Lake is located in the northern Mongolian province of Khuvsgul near the Russian border, holding nearly 70 percent of Mongolia's fresh water, or 0.4 percent of the world's total. The lake is 1,645 meters above sea level, 136 km long and 262 meters deep. A total of nine sites from Mongolia have so far been registered in the network, according to the ministry.

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Cuba defends sustainable management of its biosphere reserves

STORY: Cuba defends sustainable management of its biosphere reserves DATELINE: June 7, 2022 LENGTH: 0:03:05 LOCATION: Havana CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of of Biosphere Reserves in Cuba 2. SOUNDBITE (Spanish): ARTURO SALMERON, Specialist in Central East of Ecosystems and Biodiversity STORYLINE: Cuba is defending the sustainable management of its Biosphere Reserves through protection programs against forest fires and actions directed at the sustainable management of forest resources. Such is the case of the Protected Resources Area "Baconao," located in the eastern Cuban province of Santiago, some 800 km from the capital Havana. This area is one of six Biosphere Reserves declared by the UNESCO. At this site, in which there are mountainous zones and marine coastal zones, monitoring actions are carried out through the continuous evaluation of health indicators for ecosystems and biodiversity, as well as environmental educations activities coordinated with nearby communities, including groups

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Cuba highlights biodiversity protection amid climate change impacts

STORY: Cuba highlights biodiversity protection amid climate change impacts DATELINE: April 13, 2022 LENGTH: 0:01:57 LOCATION: Havana CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Cienaga de Zapata National Park 2. SOUNDBITE (Spanish): YOANDY BONACHEA, Cuban environmentalist STORYLINE: Cuba's Cienaga de Zapata National Park, located some 200 km east of the capital Havana, is one of the largest and most important wetlands in the Caribbean region. Recognized as a Biosphere Reserve by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, the national park harbors about 1,000 kinds of plants and hundreds of species of animals, including Cuban crocodiles, Zapata sparrows, flamingos, and other migratory birds, largely from North America. Environmentalist Yoandy Bonachea gets into the forest almost every day to explore the impact of climate change on the biodiversity of the Cuban flora and fauna. Bonachea, who also works as a tour guide, takes pictures of the natural habitats of different

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The Snow-covered Shennongjia Forest Area In Hubei

Aerial video taken on November 22, 2020 shows the snow-covered Shennongjia forest area in Shennongjia, Hubei Province. Shennongjia is China's first UNESCO Nature Reserve for man and biosphere and has been included in the World Heritage List.

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The Snow-covered Shennongjia Forest Area In Hubei

Aerial video taken on November 22, 2020 shows the snow-covered Shennongjia forest area in Shennongjia, Hubei Province. Shennongjia is China's first UNESCO Nature Reserve for man and biosphere and has been included in the World Heritage List.

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UNESCO 'eco park' list

KOFU, Japan - Hirofumi Nakagomi, mayor of Minami-Alps in Yamanashi Prefecture, receives the news that UNESCO has decided to add Japan's Southern Alps mountain range to its list of biosphere reserves, known as eco parks in Japan, at the city hall around 1 a.m. on June 12, 2014. The 302,474-hecatre region straddles Yamanashi, Nagano and Shizuoka prefectures. UNESCO also decided to add the Tadami beech forest in Fukushima Prefecture to the list. (Kyodo)

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New UNESCO biosphere reserve in Japan

File photo taken in May 2019 shows Japan's Kobushi mountain region straddling part of Tokyo, and Saitama, Yamanashi and Nagano prefectures. The U.N. Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization decided in Paris on June 19 to add the region to its list of biosphere reserves. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo