CLEAN: The Gediz Delta: Turkey's haven for aquatic birds

CLEAN: The Gediz Delta: Turkey's haven for aquatic birds

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10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the importance of certain deltas that support 5% of the world's Flamingo population, highlighting their role as internationally recognized wetlands. It addresses the impact of water scarcity on Flamingo breeding, citing a 2008 incident where many juveniles died due to water extraction for agriculture. The potential construction of 2000 dams in Turkey is also discussed, which could eliminate river flow, reducing food, breeding grounds, and habitats for various species, especially water birds.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Why is it important to recognize certain areas as wetlands?

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What happened to the young flamingos in the year 2008?

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