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Seabed damaged by fishing showing signs of recovery

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Marine areas previously trashed by illegal dredging are demonstrating recovery, validating the effectiveness of marine protection measures in restoration.

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Recovery is ongoing and incomplete; the story does not establish full restoration timelines or confirm the protection will be permanent without continued enforcement.

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