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Sundarbans coastline
CIE IGCSE geography- Bangladesh- Case Study
Question | Answer |
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5 opportunities provided by Sundarbans coastline | Largest remaining mangrove forest in the world; supports livelihood for many people- fishing, wood, tourism; food source- fish, shellfish; protects coastline from erosion; supports unique ecosystem |
5 threats to coastline | Damage from cyclones- rising sea levels; illegal logging; clearance of land for agriculture; illegal poaching |
How many people were evacuated due to Cyclone Amphan? | 2 million |
How many hectares of farmland were contaminated due to Cyclone Amphan? | 150,000 |
How many homes were destroyed die to Cyclone Amphan? | 50,000 |
How many people died due to Cyclone Amphan? | 26 |
5 ways threats are being managed | Cyclone defences built; recognition as biosphere reserve and UNESCO world heritage site; sustainable forestry; education of locals; development of ecotourism |
Why does ecotourism reduce illegal deforestation? | Provides sustainable jobs |
Unique animals that live in area | Bengal tiger; Ganges dolphins; crocodiles; terrapins |