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After nearly forty years of efforts, the Flow Country in Scotland has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage status acknowledging its global importance, reports BBC. Spanning 2,000 square kilometers in Caithness and Sutherland, it is one of the largest blanket bog systems in the world. This unique ecosystem supports rare species such as greenshanks and golden plovers and serves as a vital carbon sink, storing up to 400 million tonnes of carbon. The designation emphasizes its ecological significance and marks the beginning of initiatives to work with local communities to ensure sustainable conservation and tourism.