Banc d'Arguin National Park

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Fringing the Atlantic coast, the park comprises sand-dunes, coastal swamps, small islands and shallow coastal waters. The contrast between the harsh desert environment and the biodiversity of the marine zone has resulted in a land- and seascape of outstanding natural significance. A wide variety of migrating birds spend the winter there. Several species of sea turtle and dolphin, used by the fishermen to attract shoals of fish, can also be ... Source: UNESCO TV / © NHK Nippon Hoso Kyokai URL: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/506/

Banc d'Arguin National Park - Site management during COVID-19 pandemic

World Heritage sites face many challenges, one recent one is COVID-19. Watch this video to learn more about how World Heritage sites are impacted by the crisis. More site manager videos