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Hong Kong's biodiversity richer than known, conservationists urge 'red list'

Hong Kong's biodiversity is more extensive than previously understood, with new species of birds, reptiles, and insects being discovered. Conservationists are urging local authorities to establish a "red list" to protect vulnerable species, a measure that has been pending since 2014. The presence of species like the brown wood owl, which has expanded its range into Hong Kong from Guangdong, indicates a maturing ecosystem capable of supporting wildlife. AI

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Hong Kong's biodiversity richer than known, conservationists urge 'red list'

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Theodora Yu ·

    Hong Kong’s biodiversity ‘richer than we know’ but many species lack protection

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