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Write a short note on the Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve.

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The Gulf of Mannar Biosphere reserve was one of six areas chosen on the basis of its threatened status and richness of biological wealth for inclusion into an action programme to save India's protected areas for future generations. It encompasses 21 small islands along the coast. It is considered as a 'biological paradise' with 3600 species of plants and animals.

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