Raja Ampat's Manta Protection Faces Challenges Amidst Tourism Boom
Mantas in Indonesia's Raja Ampat, a UNESCO World Heritage site, play a crucial ecological and economic role. However, rapid tourism growth poses significant threats to their habitat and well-being.
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