Dragon’s blood trees grow in one place on Earth. Climate change and goats threaten their survival
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Euronews.com
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The article discusses the plight of the dragon's blood tree on Socotra Island, Yemen, which is threatened by climate change, invasive goats, and ongoing civil war. Sena Keybani, who runs a nursery for these trees, expresses the emotional toll of seeing them die. The unique ecosystem of Socotra, known for its biodiversity and UNESCO World Heritage status, is at risk as severe cyclones and human activities continue to endanger these trees and the local economy reliant on tourism. Conservation efforts are hampered by the ongoing conflict in Yemen. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)