Which nature reserve in Byblos district, initiated by the local community in 1981, was among the first protected areas established in Lebanon?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Bentael Nature Reserve
- Step 1: Bentael Nature Reserve is located near Byblos at altitudes ranging from 250 to 850 meters.
- Step 2: It was initiated by the local community in 1981 to protect Mediterranean evergreen oak and pine woods.
Answer
Bentael Nature Reserve.
Why not the others: 'Al-Shouf Nature Reserve' was established in 1996; 'Horsh Ehden' in 1992; 'Tannourine Nature Reserve' in 1999.
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