Secret 'sky island' rainforest saved by new discoveries
Secret 'sky island' rainforest saved by new discoveries
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Dozens of unique animal and insect finds have helped secure protection for an unspoilt mountain forest.
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Mozambique is designating Mount Mabu, a remote mountain with an old-growth forest atop it, as a community protected area free from logging and mining. 20 years ago, Mabu was a secret to all but the locals. It was 'discovered' for the outside world by Prof Julian Bayliss in 2004 on a satellite image.
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