GEMET
General
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Environmental
Thesaurus
wildlife sanctuary
Definition

1) An area, usually in natural condition, which is reserved (set aside) by a governmental or private agency for the protection of particular species of animals during part or all of the year. 2) An area designated for the protection of wild animals, within which hunting and fishing is either prohibited or strictly controlled.

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Concept URL: http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/9321