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The Islands are Home to an Endemic, Critically Endangered Bird
The Cocos Buff-banded Rail (Gallirallus philippensis andrewsi) is a subspecies found only on North Keeling Island, having gone extinct on South Keeling. Its survival depends entirely on the pristine, predator-free environment of the national park.
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Cabo Verde Is Home to Several Endemic Bird Species Found Nowhere Else on Earth
The islands' isolation has led to the evolution of unique avian life, including the Cape Verde warbler and the Raso lark. Conservation efforts are crucial to protect these rare species from habitat loss and climate change threats.
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The Islands are Home to an Endemic, Critically Endangered Bird