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Wildlife Thrives in Chernobyl's Radioactive Landscape
Chernobyl's exclusion zone has seen a resurgence of wildlife following the removal of human activity. This phenomenon highlights nature's capacity for recovery in challenging environments. (sources: pbs, phys, yahoo, ap)
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Wolves, bears, lynx, and a rare breed of horses have returned to the Chernobyl area, demonstrating wildlife's adaptability in a radioactive landscape. Scientists note this recovery underscores nature's resilience.
- Wolves, bears, and lynx have increased in population in the Chernobyl area.
- A rare breed of horses native to Mongolia has also been observed in the region.
- The absence of human activity has contributed to this resurgence of wildlife.
Why it matters
The situation at Chernobyl illustrates the potential for ecological recovery in areas previously impacted by human activity.
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