Tubbataha incident caused by total negligence
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The Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park, located in the Central Sulu Sea, is cited as one of the most biologically diverse and one of the remarkable coral reefs on the planet. It is home to 600 species of fish, 360 species of corals, 11 species of sharks, 13 species of dolphins and whales, 100 species of birds and sea turtles. It is a marine sanctuary designated as a World Heritage Site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
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Manaloto, J. A. (2013, February 11). Tubbataha incident caused by total negligence. Philippine Daily Inquirer, p. A20.
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