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Tubbataha Reefs Nominated for 7 Wonders of Nature

by Ruth on April 25th, 2008

I just finished watching a documentary on Tubbataha Reefs, one of the Philippines’ nominees for the New 7 Wonders of Nature, currently ranking as the 7th.

What and where is Tubbataha, and why does it deserve a vote?

Tubbataha Reef is an atoll coral reef in the Sulu Sea that belongs to the Philippines. It is a marine sanctuary protected as Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park. The reef is composed of two atolls, North and South Reefs. Each reef has a single small islet that protrudes from the water. The atolls are separated by a deep channel 8 kilometers wide. Over one thousand species, including many that are endangered, can be found at on the reef. These include manta rays, lionfish, tortoises, clownfish and sharks.

Want to know more about one of the most beautiful coral reefs in the world? Click here and when you’re ready, vote here.

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