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Russians Introducing Leopards Back to Caucusus

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Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin was on hand when two leopards were released into the Caucasus. While I think the gesture is nice, it appears to be more of a publicity stunt to head off environmental criticism of the 2014 Olympic Games construction. "We Tags: leopard russia.

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Top 10 Rarest Big Cats ( Pantherines , Acinoyx and Puma )

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The Ross Sea – the Last Intact Marine Ecosystem on Earth – and I

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The deal failed due to Russia voting against it, citing uncertainty about whether the commission had the authority to establish a marine protected area. In October 2014, during a meeting in Hobart, Australia, the protection of this important region was once again blocked by China and Russia. Finally – the Seabirds.

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