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- The Mediterranean monk seal, a vulnerable species with a global population under 1,000, faces threats from unregulated tourism and habitat loss in Greece’s Sporades.
- Conservationists report a decline in seal sightings due to increased human activity around the Formicula islet.
- Marine biologist Joan Gonzalvo says stronger law enforcement is needed to protect these seals.
- Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced two new marine protected areas that could aid conservation.
