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  2. World Network of Biosphere Reserves in Europe and North America

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    Below is the list of biosphere reserves in Europe and North America, organized by country/territory, along with the year these were designated as part of the World Network of Biosphere Reserves. The list does not include the Intercontinental Biosphere Reserve of the Mediterranean , a biosphere reserve shared between Morocco and Spain, which has ...

  3. Man and the Biosphere Programme - Wikipedia

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    Biosphere reserves are 'Science for Sustainability support sites'. Biosphere reserves have three zones: [1] [5] The core area(s) comprises a strictly protected ecosystem. The buffer zone surrounds or adjoins the core areas and is used for ecological practices. The transition area is the part of the reserve where most activity is allowed. [6]

  4. World Network of Biosphere Reserves - Wikipedia

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    The World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR) of the MAB Programme consists of a dynamic and interactive network of sites. It works to foster the harmonious integration of people and nature for sustainable development through participatory dialogue, knowledge sharing, poverty reduction, human well-being improvements, respect for cultural values and by improving society's ability to cope with ...

  5. In reserves: 'Conserving America's Wildlands' combines ... - AOL

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    Part of the effort is chronicled in the exhibit, "Conserving America's Wildlands: The Vision of Ted Turner," which is open at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science. The exhibit ...

  6. World Network of Biosphere Reserves in Latin America and the ...

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    Under UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Programme, there are 125 biosphere reserves recognized as part of the World Network of Biosphere Reserves in Latin America and the Caribbean (as of April, 2016). These are distributed across 21 countries in the region. [1]

  7. Opinion: Tapping into America’s most biodiverse river is ...

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    As the most biodiverse river in North America, the Duck is home to more than 150 species of fish, more than 20 species of aquatic snails, and more than 50 species of freshwater mussels—many of ...

  8. Protected areas of the United States - Wikipedia

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    Some of these are little more than picnic areas or playgrounds; however, others are extensive nature reserves. South Mountain Park in Phoenix, Arizona , for example, is called the largest city park in the United States; it spans 25 sq mi (65 km 2 ) and contains 58 mi (93 km) of trails.

  9. Category:Biosphere reserves of the United States - Wikipedia

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    Pages in category "Biosphere reserves of the United States" The following 46 pages are in this category, out of 46 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A.