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Threatened Mammals Of Mauritania

Mauritania has many native mammals that face similar fates as the Scimitar Oryx, which is now extinct in the wild.

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Longest Rivers In Spain

The Tagus, shared with Portugal, is the longest river on the Iberian Peninsula, while the Ebro is the longest wholly within Spain.

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Ecological Regions Of Oman

Oman's geography and ecosystems are characterized by an arid inland and coastal shorelines and waters.

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Where Is St. Barts Located?

Saint Barthélemy, an overseas collectivity of France, is associated with an interesting history, rich culture, and unique wildlife.

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Where Does Cinnamon Come From?

Sri Lanka produces 80% to 90% of the world's supply of Cinnamomum serum, a spice which is also known as "true cinnamon".

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Where Do Pistachios Come From?

The pistachio is a small tree originating from Central Asia and the Middle East that produces seeds that are widely consumed as food.

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Where Does Ginseng Grow?

Ginseng grows in North America and Eastern Asia and is sold in over 35 countries, with global sales exceeding $2.1 billion annually.

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Tallest Mountains In Peru

Huascarán's two peaks in the Andean Cordillera Blanca Range are the two highest summits in Peru.

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Native Amphibians Of China

China's wealth of amphibian species includes the Critically Endangered Amji's Salamander and Vulnerable Yiwu Salamander.

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Native Reptiles Of Colombia

Magdalena River Turtles on the mainland and Blue Anoles from the island of Gorgona are some of Colombia's rarest reptiles.

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Native Fish Of Ecuador

Ecuador's many rivers and Pacific coastal waters alike provide biodiverse habitats for its varied native fish.

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Threatened Mammals Of Guatemala

Guatemala's most threatened mammals include the Guatemalan Myotis Bat, Nelson's Spiny Pocket Mouse, and the Maya Mouse.

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Major Rivers Of Colombia

The Magdalena is the longest river wholly in Colombia, while the country also has claims to parts of the Amazon and other major South American rivers.

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Ecological Regions Of Gabon

Gabon is a tropical nation along West Africa's Atlantic coast largely covered by rainforests and savannas.

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Biggest Islands In Mauritius

The main island of Mauritius covers 92.5% of the country's land area, and also houses Port Louis, the nation's capital and largest city.

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Biggest Islands Of Seychelles

Mahe covers one-third of the island nation's land area, along with housing Victoria, its capital, and more than 6 in every 7 residents of the country.

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Mountains In Chile

About 80% of the Chilean landscape is made up of mountains, including the snow-capped mountains of the Andes, the transverse ranges, and the coastal ranges.

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Highest Mountains In Venezuela

Pico Bolívar in the state of Merida is the highest mountain in Venezuela, its peak reaching 16,342 feet above sea level.

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