Philippines' Apo Reef, a protected marine park, faces threats but earns international conservation honors.

Apo Reef, located off the coast of Mindoro, Philippines, is the world's second-largest connected coral reef, home to 530 fish species and 400 types of coral. It became a protected natural park in 1996 and a no-take zone in 2007, facing challenges like illegal fishing and typhoons. Despite these, it has earned a Platinum Blue Park Award and been submitted for UNESCO World Heritage status, creating jobs and fostering conservation efforts.

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