Trending / Wildlife Warning: Coastal visitors should keep away
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Why do whales beach themselves? We're partially to blame.
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Crowds of tourists who 'couldn't keep their distance' blamed for death of famous walrus in Norway
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Wildlife tourism - Wikipedia
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Here's why tourists must stop approaching wildlife
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Without rules we cannot live': Greece seeks ways to tackle 'overtourism', Tourism
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Sign warning of danger from crocodiles at the entry to the Marine National Park at Tamarindo, Costa Rica Stock Photo - Alamy
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Sea lions caught on camera chasing visitors at La Jolla Cove
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San Diego Closes Popular Beach for Seven Years to Protect Sea Lions, Smart News
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Canary Islands tourism warning issued as major protest could throw UK tourists' holidays into chaos - Bristol Live
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Travel: When booking a cruise, here's how to choose less scary destinations – Orange County Register
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Yellowstone Is Once Again Asking You to Stay Away from the Animals - Backpacker
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National parks are booming. That may ruin your next trip
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Don't Call Them 'Shark Attacks,' Scientists Say - The New York Times
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4 ways Hawaii is coping with an influx of tourists - Lonely Planet