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Fireworks banned on the Galapagos to protect wildlife
Source: BBC
Fireworks banned on the Galapagos to protect wildlife
28 December 2018
The authorities in the Galapagos islands have banned the sale and use of fireworks in the archipelago to protect its unique fauna.
Fireworks that produce light but no sound have been excluded from the ban.
Conservationists say that animals suffered from elevated heart rates, trembling and anxiety after pyrotechnic events.
Thousands of people visit the islands every year, drawn by its biodiversity and pristine environment.
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28 December 2018
The authorities in the Galapagos islands have banned the sale and use of fireworks in the archipelago to protect its unique fauna.
Fireworks that produce light but no sound have been excluded from the ban.
Conservationists say that animals suffered from elevated heart rates, trembling and anxiety after pyrotechnic events.
Thousands of people visit the islands every year, drawn by its biodiversity and pristine environment.
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Read more: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-46706515
