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Earth: New Species Thrive in Mekong
The Mekong region in Southeast Asia is home to more than a thousand new plant and animal species, says the World Wildlife Fund. But challenges are ahead in balancing conservation and growth. Jorge Ribas reports.
Added: Dec 24, 2008
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Runtime: 03:03
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