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Conservation outlook assessments

Search all natural World Heritage sites and learn how likely they are to maintain Outstanding Universal Value over time. The Conservation Outlook Assessments are based on best available information mobilized from a wide range of sources, and we welcome feedback to help improve them.

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The gauge

the gauge

The gauge reflects the conservation outlook of sites inscribed as World Heritage under the natural criteria vii, viii, ix and x. Each site has received a rating according to the state and trends of its values, threats, and protection and management

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Good

Ischigualasto-Talampaya Natural Parks

Argentina
Inscribed in
2000
Criterion
(viii)
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Good

Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes

Republic of Korea (South Korea)
Inscribed in
2007
Criteria
(vii)
(viii)
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Good

Khangchendzonga National Park

India
Inscribed in
2016
Criteria
(iii)
(vi)
(vii)
(x)
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Good

Purnululu National Park

Australia
Inscribed in
2003
Criteria
(vii)
(viii)
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Good

Willandra Lakes Region

Australia
Inscribed in
1981
Criteria
(iii)
(viii)
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