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Archipelago 8 months ago

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Raja Ampat's nickel mining may threaten endangered Papuan Blue orchid

Agus Hikmat, a plant conservation expert at IPB, warned that although there is no nickel mining occurring directly on Waigeo Island, the environmental impacts from mining activities elsewhere in Raja Ampat could eventually reach the island, posing a threat to the already vulnerable blue orchid.

Environment 5 years ago

Overharvesting threatens 'Himalayan Viagra' fungus: IUCN

Ophiocordyceps sinensis, the world's most expensive fungus, only grows on the Tibetan Plateau where it has become the main source of income for some communities.

National 9 years ago

Rafflesia, corpse flowers included in conservation document

The parasitic flowering plant Rafflesia and a giant flower locally known as bunga bangkai (corpse flower) have become the first two plants to be included in the government’s Conservation Strategy and Action Plan (SRAK).

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