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Phobjikha valley faces pressures amid growing conservation concerns

Jul 10, 2025 3 mins read
Phobjikha valley faces pressures amid growing conservation concerns

Phobjikha-Although Phobjikha is a Ramsar-designated wetland, the valley is experiencing increasing environmental pressure from stray animals, unregulated grazing, unmanaged waste, and tourism-related activities.

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