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How Galapagos island species are at risk on the high seas
Industrial fishing threats loom near Ecuador's Galapagos Marine Reserve, rich in diverse marine life. Greenpeace urges a larger protected area on the high seas to safeguard species like sharks, turtles, and fish. Scientists on the Arctic Sunrise research vessel are studying the area's biodiversity and migration patterns, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts. Only two countries have ratified the High Seas Treaty so far.