The Socotra Archipelago, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Yemen, is renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity and unique ecosystem. Often called the "Galápagos of the Indian Ocean," it hosts a variety of endemic species, including the iconic dragon’s blood tree with its striking umbrella shape. Its isolation has preserved a rich natural heritage, making it a globally significant ecological treasure.

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