This high puna ecosystem, characterized by its harsh climate and sparse vegetation, is the natural territory of Peru’s national animal, the vicuña—a shy, elusive camelid renowned for having the world’s most luxurious wool.
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David Nolan,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 July 2025
Deep wells or puna are cleaned of dirt and debris so the sea water that enters them through underground channels is clean and conducive to salt making.
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Deepa Bharath,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Jan. 2024
Lake Nyos, an extremely deep lake in the volcanic highlands of northwest Cameroon, was in the second category.
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Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Oct. 2025
With establishing shots of the majestic Armenian highlands, the documentary makes a concerted effort to trace the deep-rooted mythos of this ancestral land before delving into its subjects.
Different Habitats and Hunting Opportunities These kinds of properties are abundant in this part of Nebraska, which is prime territory for upland hunters.
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Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
16 Oct. 2025
The driftwood trees help to blunt the effects of hurricanes—and, thus, slow down erosion—on the remaining woods and uplands.
While you may be tempted to go shopping along Marshall Street (the student hangout lined with college shops and eateries) before the game, keep in mind that you’re only allowed to bring small, clear bags into the dome.
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Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Oct. 2025
The original chrome dome would have gone hard here, or a really glossy black.
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The Athletic NHL Staff,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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