Gough and Inaccessible Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are remote volcanic islands in the South Atlantic, renowned for their pristine ecosystems and towering cliffs. They host one of the world’s largest seabird colonies, including the critically endangered Tristan albatross, alongside unique endemic species like the Gough moorhen and Inaccessible Island rail. These islands, part of the Tristan da Cunha archipelago, remain largely undisturbed, offering a vital haven for biodiversity in the cool temperate zone.

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