Conservation
The unique biodiversity of the Galápagos has been recognized and these islands are well protected as a result, being classified as a National Park and a Natural World Heritage Site. More specifically for the lava cactus, the government of Ecuador prohibits the collection of any plant in the Galápagos.
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Famous quotes containing the word conservation:
“The putting into force of laws which shall secure the conservation of our resources, as far as they may be within the jurisdiction of the Federal Government, including the more important work of saving and restoring our forests and the great improvement of waterways, are all proper government functions which must involve large expenditure if properly performed.”
—William Howard Taft (1857–1930)
“A country grows in history not only because of the heroism of its troops on the field of battle, it grows also when it turns to justice and to right for the conservation of its interests.”
—Aristide Briand (1862–1932)