29. 10. 2012.

UNESCO - Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System

The Belize Barrier Reef is a series of coral reefs straddling the coast of Belize - its a 300-kilometers-long section of the 900 kilometers of Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, which is continuous from Cancún in Mexico through the Riviera Maya to Honduras. Reef is home to a large diversity of plants and animals, and is one of the most diverse ecosystems of the world, with 70 hard coral species, 36 soft coral species and 500 species of fish; and only about 10% of the area has been thoroughly researched..!
The reef is under threat from oceanic pollution as well as uncontrolled tourism, shipping, and fishing; also the hurricanes along with global warming and the resulting increase in ocean temperatures, which cause coral bleaching. This is why the back of the card also invites you to help to protect this unique environment...
Many many thanks to Jason for this awesome card and Harpy Eagle stamp! :))

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